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The Temptation of Jesus the Christ in the Gospel of Luke

The Temptation of Jesus the Christ in the Gospel of Luke

by Janan Graham-Russell | May 21, 2015 | Bible Scholarship, Featured, Jesus Christ, Theology | 0 comments

Embodied in flesh, Jesus was not completely exempt from the temptations of corporeal existence as highlighted in Mark 1:12-13, Matthew 4:1-11 and Luke 4:1-13. In this text, I will examine the temptation story found in Luke (4:1-13). My exegesis is shaped by my social...
Amos, Kushites and the Covenant Relationship with YHWH

Amos, Kushites and the Covenant Relationship with YHWH

by Janan Graham-Russell | Apr 1, 2015 | Bible Scholarship, Featured, History, Racism | 1 comment

Amos is often described as a prophet who advocated for justice and righteousness. However, though he fervently condemned the Northern Kingdom and Judea for the indulgences taken by them and their clear violations of Mosaic Law, the question can be asked whether his...
Jesus, The Man

Jesus, The Man

by Janan Graham-Russell | Mar 4, 2015 | Faith, Featured, Jesus, Jesus Christ, New Testament | 2 comments

When Jesus was born, he of course was offered 3 gifts by the wise men: frankincense, gold and myrrh; each of these representing an aspect of his life and mission. However it is the offering of and symbolism found in myrrh that is of significance in this particular...
To Whom Are We Bound?

To Whom Are We Bound?

by Janan Graham-Russell | Jan 19, 2015 | Faith, Featured, Racism, Theology | 2 comments

But now we are delivered from the law, that being dead wherein we were held; that we should serve in newness of spirit, and not in the oldness of the letter. Romans 7:6 “To whom are we bound?” asked Dr. Wright. He looked to his left, then to his right. This question,...
A Wednesday Sermon

A Wednesday Sermon

by Janan Graham-Russell | Nov 5, 2014 | Featured, Forgiveness, Humanity, Poetry | 6 comments

My thoughts wander as the congregation weaves in between the gaps among the aisles of the chapel. These days, I long for a sermon that spoke to the multifaceted nature of God and the nature that lies within me. The messages of mercy and forgiveness leave me for a want...
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