Sermons
Solomon chose the essential of wisdom; the merchant gave up all for a pearl; in the search for our 'pearl' of the kingdom we have sacrifices to make but we are not alone; we have God and each other.
Year A, The Ninth Sunday after Trinity; Added: 27th March 2007
Literal and Literary Biblical Interpretation
There is a long tradition in the English Speaking world of viewing The AV Bible as great literature which contrasts with a requirement that it be understood literally. The accounts of Solomon and a baby and one of Peter's trials can be read at many levels. We should compare a theory of theological stasis with Newman's organic model.
Year A, The Ninth Sunday after Trinity; Added: 28th July 2008