Commentary and Study

These Commentaries and Bible Study Guides reflect the theme of "Everyday Disciples" and are arranged in order of the Sunday Worship experience. The commentaries and study materials in this section of the blog come from a wide range of  theological perspectives and together provide a rich seam of wisdom for those who are preparing to preach, lead worship or those who simply want to study the word of God for individual and personal study.

Reading the Text:

• NRSV (with link to Anglicized NRSV, Common Worship Psalter, ASB Psalter, and BCP Psalter) at Oremus Bible Browser.
• Hebrew Interlinear Bible, WLCv, WLC5, CHES, AV.
• The Bible Gateway: NRSV, RSV, NIV, NASB, CEV, The Message, KJV, etc.
• The Blue Letter Bible. KJV, alternate versions, Hebrew text with concordance, commentaries.
• The World Wide Study Bible includes commentary, exposition and sermons.

Historical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts:

• Chapter XXVIII of The First Epistle to the Corinthians, Clement of Rome (ca. 96).
• Similitude VII, Shepherd of Hermas. (c.145)
• IV.22, Stromata, Clement of Alexandria (c 200)
• Chapter XV, On the Soul, Tertullian (c. 210)
• IV.Summary.35, First Principles (De Principiis), Origen / Rufinus (c.230)
• On the Lapsed -- Cyprian of Carthage (c. 251)
• From Augustine's Exposition on the Psalms.
• Rashi's Commentary, c. 1075. chabad.org.
• From the Geneva Notes.
• From Matthew Henry's Commentary.
• From Wesley's Notes.
• From the Commentary on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).

Contemporary Commentary, Studies, and Exegesis:

• The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2016.
• "The Everlasting Way," Commented Bible Passages from Taize, 2011.
• Commentary, Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18, Shauna Hannan, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2015.
• "Search Us Again, O God," Beth Scibienski, 2015.
• The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2015.
• "Loved Deeply," Peter Lockhart, A Different Heresy, 2014.
• "Secrets," Frederick Buechner, Wishful Thinking.
• The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2013.
• "The Lure of Eugenics," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Disability," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2013. Focus article: "The Lure of Eugenics," by Brian Brock.
• Commentary, Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18, Fred Gaiser, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2012.
• Psalm 139 Used by Pro-Life, Gay Rights Groups, David Van Biema, Huff Post Religion, 2012.
• The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18 (Epiphany B), Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2012.
• Radical Gratitude, lectionary-based stewardship, Northwest United Methodist Foundation. (.pdf)
• The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 139:1-12, 23-24, (Pentecost 5A,), Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2011.
• Commentary, Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18, Nancy deClaissé-Walford, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2009.
• The Old Testament Readings: Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18, Pentecost 15. Weekly Comments on the Revised Common Lectionary, Theological Hall of the Uniting Church, Melbourne, Australia.
• Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18, Epiphany 2, The Old Testament Readings: Weekly Comments on the Revised Common Lectionary, Howard Wallace Audrey Schindler, Morag Logan, Paul Tonson, Lorraine Parkinson, Theological Hall of the Uniting Church, Melbourne, Australia.
• Commentary, Psalm 139:1-6, 13-14, Anne E. Streaty-Wimblerly, The African American Lectionary, 2008.
• Prayer in Downtown, Psalm 81, Joel Smeby, Lutheran Community of Grace, Hopkins, MN, 2010.
• "All of me is yours, Lord"
• Environmental & earth-centered reflections from the Episcopal Diocese of Minnesota Environmental Stewardship Commission.
• "The Human Embryo in Christian Tradition," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Cloning," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2005.
• "Dying Well," Abigail Rian Evans, (other resources at) "Health," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2007.
• "Body Imagery in Psalm 139 and its Significance for Biblical Anthropology,"Christl Maier, Lectio Difficilior: European Journal for Feminist Exegesis, 2/2001.
• "Fearfully and Wonderfully Made," LeDayne McLeese Polaski, (other resources at)"Children," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2003.
• "A Spiritual Guide for the Jewish Patient," by Dr. David R. Blumenthal, Professor of Judaic Studies, Emory University.
• "Three is Not Enough: Jewish Reflections on Trinitarian Thinking," by Dr. David R. Blumenthal, Professor of Judaic Studies, Emory University.
• "How We Imagine God Matters," Marcus Borg. beliefnet.

Reading the Text:

• NRSV (with link to Anglicized NRSV) at Oremus Bible Browser.
• Greek Interlinear Bible, ScrTR, ScrTR t, Strong, Parsing, CGTS, CGES id, AV.
• The Bible Gateway: NRSV, RSV, NIV, NASB, CEV, The Message, KJV, etc.
• The Blue Letter Bible. KJV, alternate versions, Greek text with concordance, commentaries.
• The World Wide Study Bible includes commentary & sermons.

Historical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts:

• III.XII.2, Adversus Haereses, Irenaeus of Lyons. (c. 180)
• Book II, Chapter 17, Ecclesiastical History, Eusebius of Caesarea, (c. 320).
• From the Geneva Notes.
• From Matthew Henry's Commentary.
• From Wesley's Notes.
• From the Commentary on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).
• From The People's New Testament, B.W. Johnson, 1891.

Contemporary Commentary, Studies, and Exegesis:

• Commentary, Acts 2:42-47, (Easter 4A), Scott Schauf, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2014.
• "From the Daily Mass to the Domestic Mess," Dan Clendenin, Journey with Jesus, 2014.
• "What Makes a Christian Home, Anyway?" John C. Holbert, 2014.
• "Recovering Hope," Alan Brehm, The Waking Dreamer.
• Commentary, Acts 2:42-47, (Easter 4A), Mitzi J. Smith, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2011.
• Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
• "The Life of the Early Church," Rev. Bryan Findlayson, Lectionary Bible Studies and Sermons, Pumpkin Cottage Ministry Resources. Includes detailed textual notes.
• "The Utopian Church," Russell Rathbun, The Hardest Question, 2011.
• Commentary, Acts 2:42-27, Matt Skinner, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2008.
• Commentary, Acts 2:42-47, Rodney S. Sadler, Jr., The African American Lectionary, 2008.
• "Apostolic Devotion: The Actual Historical Tradition," The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation.
• "Hungry Souls," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at)"Food and Hunger," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2004.
• "Putting Pentecost in Perspective - Part 4 (Acts 2:41-47)," by Robert Deffinbaugh at the Biblical Studies Foundation.
• "The Pentecostal Experience: A Study in Acts 2," by Lehman Strauss at the Biblical Studies Foundation.
• "Pentecost: Before and After," Richard B. Gaffin, Jr., in Kerux: The Online Journal of Biblical Theology (Reformed).
• "Aspekte Biblischer Theologie dargestellt an der Verwendung von Ps 16 in Apostelgeschichte 2 und 13," Wolfgang Fenske, Biblica 83, 2002. (Abstract in English.)

Reading the Text:

• NRSV (with link to Anglicized NRSV) at Oremus Bible Browser.
• Greek Interlinear Bible, ScrTR, ScrTR t, Strong, Parsing, CGTS, CGES id, AV.
• The Bible Gateway: NRSV, RSV, NIV, NASB, CEV, The Message, KJV, etc.
• The Blue Letter Bible. KJV, alternate versions, Greek text with concordance, commentaries.
• The World Wide Study Bible includes commentary & sermons.

Historical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts:

• The Five Gospels Parallels, John W. Marshall, University of Toronto.
• X, 1-4, 6-9, 11-12 ; Tatian's Diatessaron (c.150-160).
• III.VIII.1-3, Adversus Haereses, Irenaeus of Lyons. (c. 180)
• Chapter XXIII, Chapter XXVI, De Spectaculis, Tertullian (c. 197)
• Chapter VI, On Prayer, Tertullian (c. 199)
• I.5, I.12, II.11, II.13, Paedagogus, Clement of Alexandria (c 200)
• II.18, III.4, III.12, IV.7, VII.12, Stromata, Clement of Alexandria (c 200)
• I.4, II.3, To His Wife, Tertullian (c. 206)
• Chapter XVI, On the Soul, Tertullian (c. 210)
• Chapter XII, Exhortation to Chastity, Tertullian (c. 210)
• Chapter XII, On Idolatry, Tertullian (c. 211)
• Chapter XII, De Corona, Tertullian (c. 211)
• VII.XXIV, VIII.III, Against Celsus, Origen. (c.246)
• On the Lapsed -- Cyprian of Carthage (c. 251)
• On the Lord's Prayer -- Cyprian of Carthage (c. 252)
• Concerning Works and Almsgiving -- Cyprian of Carthage (c. 254)
• VI.3, Ecclesiastical History, Eusebius of Caesarea, (c. 320).
• II.14, II.15, II.16, II.17, Our Lord?s Sermon on the Mount ? Augustine (c. 387)
• Homilies on the Gospel of St. Matthew, St. Chrysostom (c. 380)
• Homily XXI - Matthew 6:24
• Homily XXII - Matthew 6:28-29
• "God and Mammon. Do Not Be Anxious," Matthew 6:24-34, Martin Luther, c. 1525.
• Commentary on a Harmony of the Evangelists, John Calvin, 1558:
• Matthew 6:25-30/Luke 12:22-28
• Matthew 6:31-34/Luke 12:29-32
• From the Catena Aurea, Patristic Commentary by St Thomas Aquinas, c. 1263.
• Chapter 16, On Cleaving to God, Albertus Magnus, c. 1275.
• "God & Mammon," Martin Luther, c. 1522.
• From the Geneva Notes.
• From Matthew Henry's Commentary.
• From Wesley's Notes.
• The Sermon on the Mount 9 (Matt 6:24-34). Sermon by John Wesley.
• From the Commentary on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).
• From The People's New Testament, B.W. Johnson, 1891.

Contemporary Commentary, Studies, and Exegesis:

• "No More Worries," the Rev. Dr. Janet H. Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2012.
• Radical Gratitude, Pentecost +2A, Christ the King B, lectionary-based stewardship, Northwest United Methodist Foundation. (.pdf)
• Commentary, Matthew 6:24-34, Emerson Powery, Epiphany 8, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2011.
• Concise Exegesis, Richard Donovan, lectionary.org.
• Don't Worry About Your Life, audio telling, story in episodes, graphic, audio and written commentaries. Go Tell Communications, Biblical Storytelling for the Global Village, 2011.
• "Putting Love First," Mark Suriano, ucc.org: Sermon Seeds, lectionary citations, weekly theme, lectionary texts, bulletin back page, 2011.
• "Picture This," David Lose, Working Preacher, 2011.
• "No Easy Answers," Alyce McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, Patheos, 2011.
• Lectionary Blogging, Epiphany 8, John Petty, Progressive Involvement, 2011.
• Living in Your Sweatpants without Anxiety, Fr. Rick Moley, a garden path, 2011.
• "The Way to Worry-Free Living," John van de Laar, Sacredise, 2011.
• "Don't fuss about what's on the table," Neil Chappell, aweirdthing, 2011.
• Holy Textures, Understanding the Bible in its own time and in ours, Matthew 6:24-34, David Ewart, 2011.
• Evangelio, San Mateo 6:24-34, Emerson Powery, Epiphany 8, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2011.
• Commentary, Matthew 6:24-34, Richard Beaton, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2008.
• "Thanksgiving: Anxiety about Money, Food and Clothing," Gospel Analysis, Sermons from Seattle, Pastor Edward F. Markquart, Grace Lutheran Church, Seattle, Washington. Detailed background and exegesis.
• "First Thoughts on Year A Gospel Passages in the Lectionary," Epiphany 8, William Loader, Murdoch University, Uniting Church in Australia.
• Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
• "Matthew 6:24-34, The Eighth Sunday after the Epiphany," Let Your Light Shine: The Sermon on the Mount in Epiphany, David L. Tiede, Word & World: Theology for Christian Ministry, Luther Northwestern Theological School, 1984.
• "God's Enabling Grace," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Sermon on the Mount," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2008.
• "Mastering Mammon," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Consumerism," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2003.
• Kingdom Priorities-Verse Commentary on Matthew 6:19-34, Jirair Tashjian Christian Resource Institute.
• "The Fatal Failures of Religion: #4 Materialism," from the Biblical Studies Foundation.
• "God Cares about Money (Matt 5:1-2; 6:19-21, 24-33)," John C. Purdy. Chapter 6 of God With a Human Face (1993), republished at Religion Online.

Articles & Background:

• "Sermon on the Mount," wikipedia.
• "Sermon on the Mount," multiple articles and resources, Christian Reflection, TheCenter for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2008.
• "Attitudes to the Poor in New Testament Times," Jerome H. Neyrey, S.J., University of Notre Dame, 2002.
• "When taxes were so high, life for peasants was at best ?subsistent,? i.e., they had only several months of food stored. The wolf was always at the door. And there was no unemployment insurance, no social security, no medicare. The state took the surplus of peasants and gave them nothing in return."
• "On Wealth and Worry: Matthew 6:19-34 -- Meaning and Significance," Craig L. Blomberg, Criswell Theological Review, 1992.

Reading the Text:

• NRSV (with link to Anglicized NRSV) at Oremus Bible Browser.
• Greek Interlinear Bible, ScrTR, ScrTR t, Strong, Parsing, CGTS, CGES id, AV.
• The Bible Gateway: NRSV, RSV, NIV, NASB, CEV, The Message, KJV, etc.
• The Blue Letter Bible. KJV, alternate versions, Greek text with concordance, commentaries.
• The World Wide Study Bible includes commentary & sermons.

Historical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts:

• The Five Gospels Parallels, John W. Marshall, University of Toronto.
• Primary comparative texts about Food & Fellowship (including "one who serves"), at (Rutgers University Dept of Religion) Mahlon H. Smith's Into His Own: Perspective on the World of Jesus companion to the historical study of Christian texts.
• "Receiving the Sender," "Leader as Servant," The Jesus Database, an online annotated inventory of the traditions concerning the life and teachings of Jesus. Dr. Gregory C. Jenks, FaithFutures Foundation.
• Similitude IX.29, Shepherd of Hermas. (c.145)
• XXIV.48-50; XXV.2-3, 9, 11; Tatian's Diatessaron (c. 150-160).
• XIII.19, Commentary on the Gospel of Matthew, Origen. (c.247)
• From the Catena Aurea, Patristic Commentary by St Thomas Aquinas.
• From the Geneva Notes.
• "Only humility exalts."
• From Matthew Henry's Commentary.
• From Wesley's Notes.
• From the Commentary on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).
• From The People's New Testament, B.W. Johnson, 1891.

Contemporary Commentary, Studies, and Exegesis:

• Commentary, Mark 9:30-37, Micah D. Kiel, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2015.
• Faith & Fear, David Lose, ...in the Meantime, 2015.
• "The Nature of Faith," Karoline Lewis, Dear Working Preacher, 2015.
• Syrian Refugee Crisis - Our Chance to See God, Cari Jackson, ON Scripture, 2015. Discussion Questions. Video: European Refugee Crisis.
• Pulpit Fiction, plus podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2015.
• Sermon Notes, Porter Taylor, The Liturgical Theologian, 2015.
• Peace on Justice, Barbara Born, lectionary reflections related to Catholic Social Teaching, 2015.
• Journey with Jesus Dan Clendenin, 2015.
• "Child Like," Nancy Rockwell, The Bite in the Apple, 2015.
• Political Theology Today Alastair Roberts,2015.
• Art and Faith Matters Lynn Miller, celebrating our creative and living God by generating art and architecture resources for congregations and individuals. Art and Faith Matters facebook page contains additional resources.
• Stewardship of Life Sharron R. Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2015.
• LECTIO Eric Smith, 2015.
• Sermon Stories, 2015.
• "Servanthood is where our humanity flourishes," "What is greatness?" Andrew Prior, One Man's Web, 2015.
• Dancing with the Word, Janet H. Hunt,2015.
• Bruce Maples, 2015.
• Lectionary Ruminations, John Edward Harris, Summit to Shore, 2015.
• "Draughting Theology," Steve Pankey, 2015. Daily reflections and study for Sunday.
• Journey to Penuel, 2015.
• "The Sign of the Cross," Suzanne Guthrie, At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2015.
• Ponderings on a Faith Journey Bob Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2015.
• Ekklesia Project, 2015.
• Visions from the Catacombs, Catacomb Churches, 2015.
• Care for Creation Commentary, Tom Mundahl, Lutherans Restoring Creation, 2015.
• Law and Gospel Everywhere Glenn Monson, 2015.
• Thomas Beam , 2015.
• Lectionary Poetry, Scott Barton, 2015.
• "The Way of the Wicked," Alan Brehm, The Waking Dreamer, 2015.
• Commentary, Mark 9:30-37, Amy Oden, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2012.
• "Jesus' Death and the Future of Violence," Matthew L. Skinner, ON Scripture, 2012.
• "The Value of a Good Question," David Lose, Working Preacher, 2012.
• "Edgy Conversations of a Vulnerable Christ','" D Mark Davis, raw translation and exegesis/questions, Left Behind and Loving It, 2012.
• Lectionary Greek, Mark 9:30-37, 2012.
• The First Will Be Last and the Last Will Be First, audio telling, story in episodes, graphic, audio and written commentaries. Go Tell Communications, Biblical Storytelling for the Global Village, 2012.
• Lectionary Blogging, John Petty, Progressive Involvement, 2012.
• "The Politics of Mark 9:30-37: Welcoming the Child," Amy Allen, Political Theology, 2012.
• Holy Textures, Understanding the Bible in its own time and in ours, Mark 9:30-37, David Ewart, 2012.
• Children in the Center of the Assembly, Clint Schnekloth, The Hardest Question, 2012.
• "A View from the Other Side of the Pulpit: The Price of Welcoming," Janet Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2012.
• Radical Gratitude, lectionary-based stewardship, Northwest United Methodist Foundation. (.pdf)
• "The Great Subversion," Andrew Prior, 2012.
• Comentario del Evangelio por Darío Barolin, Marcos 9:30-37, Working Preacher, 2012.
• Commentary, Mark 9:30-37, Alyce M. McKenzie, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2009.
• Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
• A Brief Commentary on the Gospel of Mark, Chapter 8:27 - 10:52, Carl W. Conrad. (Click superscript numbers for commentary.)
• "Jesus Makes His Second Passion Prediction," Michael A. Turton's Historical Commentary on the Gospel of Mark, "a complete verse-by-verse commentary on the Gospel of Mark, focusing on the historicity of people, places, events, and sayings in the world of the Gospel of Mark."
• "First Thoughts on Year B Gospel Passages in the Lectionary," Pentecost 16, William Loader, Murdoch University, Uniting Church in Australia.
• Commentary, Mark 9:33-37, Imani Jones, The African American Lectionary, 2009.
• Join the Feast, Mark 9:30-37, Grant Holbrook, Union PSCE, 2009.
• Exegetical Thoughts by Brian Stoffregen at CrossMarks Christian Resources.
• "Little Children and God's Kingdom: The Holy Grail of Human Greatness," The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation.
• "Jesus Loves All the Little Children of the World," Gospel Analysis, Sermons from Seattle, Pastor Edward F. Markquart, Grace Lutheran Church, Seattle, Washington. Detailed background and exegesis.
• "Servant of All," Rev. Bryan Findlayson, Lectionary Bible Studies and Sermons, Pumpkin Cottage Ministry Resources. Includes detailed textual notes.
• "Cross-Journey," Michael Hoy, Sabbatheology, The Crossings Community.
• "Who Is the Greatest?", The Way of the Cross: Markan Texts for Late Pentecost, Donald H. Juel, Texts in Context, Word & World, Luther Northwestern Theological School, 1994.
• "Public Education," Resources for Prophetic Worship, Speaking to North Carolina Justice Issues, North Carolina Council of Churches, 2006.
• Marginally Mark, by Brian McGowan, Anglican priest in Western Australia.
• "The Powerful Weakness," Ordinary 25B, Fr. Gerry Pierse, C.Ss.R., from Sundays Into Silence: Reflections on the Sunday Gospels in the Light of Christian Meditation. Claretian Publications.
• "To Serve a Child," Larry Broding's Word-Sunday.Com: A Catholic Resource for This Sunday's Gospel. Adult Study, Children's Story, Family Activity, Support Materials.
• Wellspring of the Gospel, Ordinary 25B, Catherine McElhinney and Kathryn Turner, Weekly Wellsprings.
• "Caring for Children in Crisis," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Children," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2003.
• "Teaching Children the Story of Creation," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Moral Landscape of Creation," Christian Reflection, TheCenter for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2001.
• "Mark 9: Teaching in Capernaum," wikipedia.

Reading the Text:

• NRSV (with link to Anglicized NRSV) at Oremus Bible Browser.
• Greek Interlinear Bible, ScrTR, ScrTR t, Strong, Parsing, CGTS, CGES id, AV.
• The Bible Gateway: NRSV, RSV, NIV, NASB, CEV, The Message, KJV, etc.
• The Blue Letter Bible. KJV, alternate versions, Greek text with concordance, commentaries.
• The World Wide Study Bible includes commentary & sermons.

Historical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts:

• The Five Gospels Parallels, John W. Marshall, University of Toronto.
• XLIII.22-38; Tatian's Diatessaron (c. 150-160).
• III.XVII.3, IV.XI.2, Adversus Haereses, Irenaeus of Lyons. (c. 180)
• 1.10, Paedagogus, Clement of Alexandria (c 200)
• I.1, Stromata, Clement of Alexandria (c 200)
• Chapter XXXV, On the Resurrection of the Flesh, Tertullian (c. 211)
• II.XI.4, First Principles (De Principiis), Origen. (c.225)
• XIV.8, XIV.12, Commentary on the Gospel of Matthew, Origen. (c.247)
• Homily LXXVIII - Matthew 25:1-30, Homilies on the Gospel of St. Matthew, St. Chrysostom (c. 380)
• Historia Calamitatum: The Story of My Misfortunes, Pierre Abélard / Peter Abelard, c. 1140.
• From the Catena Aurea, Patristic Commentary by St Thomas Aquinas.
• From the Geneva Notes.
• From Matthew Henry's Commentary.
• From Wesley's Notes.
• From the Commentary on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).
• From The People's New Testament, B.W. Johnson, 1891.

Contemporary Commentary, Studies, and Exegesis:

• "The Coming of the King," Commented Bible Passages from Taize, 2015.
• Commentary, Matthew 25:14-30, Greg Carey, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2014.
• "How Do You Imagine God?" David Lose, ...in the Meantime, 2014.
• Pulpit Fiction, plus podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2014.
• "The Politics of the Talents," Mark Davis, Political Theology, 2014.
• "Return on Investments," Bob Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 2014.
• "the Parable of the Faithful Servant," Stan Duncan, Jubilee Justice Blog, 2014.
• "Merit Badges," Alan Brehm, The Waking Dreamer.
• "Gift as Burden/Gift as Freedom," Clint Schnekloth, Question the Text, 2014.
• "Does our performance match our profession?" Steve Godfrey, Church in the World, 2014.
• "Burying the Talent," Suzanne Guthrie, At the Edge of the Enclosure, 2014.
• "Good and Faithful Servants," Thomas Beam, 2014.
• "The Fearful Slave," Janet H. Hunt, Dancing with the Word, 2014.
• "The Risk Takers," Nancy Rockwell, The Bite in the Apple, 2014.
• Radical Gratitude, lectionary-based stewardship, Northwest United Methodist Foundation. (.pdf)
• Evangelio Comentario del San Mateo 25:14-30 por Justin Eller, Working Preacher, 2014.
• Commentary, Matthew 25:14-30, Carla Works, WorkingPreacher.org, 2011.
• Holy Textures, Understanding the Bible, Matthew 25:14-30, David Ewart, 2011.
• Concise Exegesis, Richard Donovan, lectionary.org.
• Parable of the Talents, audio telling, story in episodes, Go Tell Communications, 2011.
• Lectionary Blogging, John Petty, Progressive Involvement, 2011.
• Two Sides to Every Story, Linda Fabian Pepe, Theological Stew, 2011.
• "Reading the Text Abundantly or Protectively," Russell Rathbun, The Hardest Question, 2011.
• "Are You Ready to Risk?" Peter Woods, I Am Listening, 2011.
• "Good and Faithful," Fr. Rick Morley, a garden path, 2011.
• "No Time for Timidity," Alyce M. McKenzie, Patheos, 2011.
• Behind the Scenes at Bernie Madoff's: A parable, Scarlet Letter Bible, 2011.
• Comentario del Evangelio por Amaury Tañón-Santos,Working Preacher, 2011.
• Commentary, Matthew 25:14-30, Dirk G. Lange, Preaching WorkingPreacher.org, 2008.
• Comments (commentary) and Clippings (Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
• "Talents: Five, Two and One," Gospel Analysis, Pastor Edward F. Markquart, 
• "First Thoughts on Year A Gospel Passages in the Lectionary," William Loader, Pentecost 23, Murdoch University, Uniting Church in Australia.
• Exegetical Notes by Brian Stoffregen, at CrossMarks.
• Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Proper 28. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church.
• "The Parable of the Extortionist," Larry Broding's Word-Sunday.Com: A Catholic Resource for This Sunday's Gospel. Adult Study, Children's Story, Family Activity, Support Materials.
• Matthew in the Margins, by Brian McGowan, Anglican priest in Western Australia.
• "The Parable of the Talents," Rev. Bryan Findlayson, Lectionary Bible Studies and Sermons, Pumpkin Cottage Ministry Resources. Includes detailed textual notes.
• Wellspring of the Gospel, Ordinary 33A, Catherine McElhinney and Kathryn Turner, 
• "The Parables in the Olivet Discourse," by Hampton Keathley IV at the Biblical Studies Foundation.
• "Parable of the Talents," wikipedia.
• "Matthew's Nonviolent Jesus and Violent Parables," Barbara E. Reid, O.P., (other resources at) "Parables," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2006.

Reading the Text:

• NRSV (with link to Anglicized NRSV) at Oremus Bible Browser.
• Greek Interlinear Bible, ScrTR, ScrTR t, Strong, Parsing, CGTS, CGES id, AV.
• The Bible Gateway: NRSV, RSV, NIV, NASB, CEV, The Message, KJV, etc.
• The Blue Letter Bible - KJV, alternate versions, Greek text with concordance, commentaries.
• The World Wide Study Bible includes commentary, exposition and sermons.

Historical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts:

• Similitude II, Similitude VIII.6, Shepherd of Hermas. (c.145)
• IV.10, IV.11, VI.18, Stromata, Clement of Alexandria (c 200)
• II.2, On The Apparel of Women, Tertullian (c. 202)
• From the Geneva Notes.
• From Matthew Henry's Commentary.
• From Wesley's Notes.
• From the Commentary on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).
• From The People's New Testament, B.W. Johnson, 1891.

Contemporary Commentary, Studies, and Exegesis:

• Commentary, James 2:1-10, [11-13], 14-17, A.K.M. Adam, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2015.
• "Sowing Justice," Alan Brehm, The Waking Dreamer, 2015.
• Commentary, James 2:1-10, [11-13], 14-17, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2012.
• "Poverty, Wealth, and Equality?" Rev. Dr. Margaret Aymer, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2012.
• "Playing Favorites: What Will Campbell Learned," The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2012.
• "The One Hundred Percent," Sharron R Blezard, Stewardship of Life, 2012.
• "Follow the Royal Law," Rick Morley, 2012.
• Radical Gratitude, lectionary-based stewardship, Northwest United Methodist Foundation. (.pdf)
• "Is the Book of James Proto-Marxist?" Carl Gregg, The Hardest Question, 2012.
• "Overcoming Labeling," "Where Is God? With the Poor," "Faith in Action,"compiled by Lisa Ann Moss Degreia, 2012.
• Commentary, James 2:1-10, [11-13], 14-17, Craig R. Koester, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2009.
• "Mercy Triumphs," Alan Brehm, The Waking Dreamer, 2009.
• Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
• "First Thoughts on Passages on Year B Epistle Passages in the Lectionary,"Pentecost 15, William Loader, Murdoch University, Uniting Church in Australia.
• "Favoritism Forbidden," Rev. Bryan Findlayson, Lectionary Bible Studies and Sermons, Pumpkin Cottage Ministry Resources. Includes detailed textual notes.
• Join the Feast, James 2:1-13, Frances Taylor Gench, Union PSCE, 2009.
• "James's Theological Grammar," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "The Letter of James," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2012. Focus article: "James's Theological Grammar," by Robert W. Wall.
• "The Wisdom of James," Robert W. Wall, Baylor University Christian Ethics, 2009. Section on this text, "The Wise Community Walks the Talk," begins on p. 31.
• "Flattering the Rich, Exploiting the Poor: Labor Day, 2006," The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation.
• Adultery: "Fire in the Bosom," from And Adam Knew Eve: A Dictionary of Sex in the Bible by Ronald L. Ecker.

Reading the Text:

• NRSV (with link to Anglicized NRSV) at Oremus Bible Browser.
• Greek Interlinear Bible, ScrTR, ScrTR t, Strong, Parsing, CGTS, CGES id, AV.
• The Bible Gateway: NRSV, RSV, NIV, NASB, CEV, The Message, KJV, etc.
• The Blue Letter Bible . KJV, alternate versions, Greek text with concordance, commentaries.
• The World Wide Study Bible includes commentary, exposition and sermons.

Historical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts:

• Commandment 2, Commandment X.2, Shepherd of Hermas. (c.145)
• Chapter XIII, Apology for the Christians, Athenagoras of Athens. (c 177)
• V.XX.2, Adversus Haereses, Irenaeus of Lyons. (c. 180)
• Exegetical Fragments. (XXXVII), Irenaeus (c 180).
• III.12, Paedagogus, Clement of Alexandria (c 200)
• II.9, Stromata, Clement of Alexandria (c 200)
• II.13, On The Apparel of Women, Tertullian (c. 202)
• Chapter XLVII, On the Resurrection of the Flesh, Tertullian (c. 211)
• Chapter VIII, On Modesty, Tertullian (c. 217)
• Epistle LXXVI -- Cyprian of Carthage (c. 255)
• "The Fruits of Faith," Romans 12:1-5, Martin Luther, c. 1522.
• From Martin Luther's Bible Commentary (1545).
• From the Geneva Notes.
• From Matthew Henry's Commentary.
• From Wesley's Notes.
• From the Commentary on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).
• From The People's New Testament, B.W. Johnson, 1891.

Contemporary Commentary, Studies and Exegesis:

• Commentary, Romans 12:1-8, Elizabeth Shively, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2014.
• "Many Members, One Body," Alyce McKenzie, Edgy Exegesis, 2014.
• "Sweaty Spirituality: Fighting Obesity with Paul," Jacob D. Myers, ON Scripture, Odyssey Networks, 2014. Video: 5 things you didn't know about childhood obesity in America.
• "Ordinary Compassion," Alan Brehm, The Waking Dreamer, 2014.
• Commentary, Romans 12:1-8, Mary Hinkle Shore,, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2011.
• Commentary, Romans 12:1-8, Mark Reasoner, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2008.
• "First Thoughts on Year A Epistle Passages in the Lectionary," Pentecost 11, William Loader, Murdoch University, Uniting Church in Australia.
• Commentary, Romans 12:1-2, John E. Guns, The African American Lectionary, 2008.
• "Positively Maladjusted: Martin Luther King and 'Transformed Nonconformity,'" The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2008.
• "A New Vision of Righteousness: Paul's Exhortations in Romans 12-15," Peter L. Samuelson, Word & World, 1990.
• "Sacrifice in Romans 12-15," Calvin J. Roetzel, Word & World, 1986.
• "Life in God's Service," Rev. Bryan Findlayson, Lectionary Bible Studies and Sermons, Pumpkin Cottage Ministry Resources. Includes detailed textual notes.
• "Life in Christian Community," Resources for Prophetic Worship, Speaking to North Carolina Justice Issues, North Carolina Council of Churches, 2008.
• "Gifts of New Music," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Singing Our Lives," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2006. (Romans 12)
• "Heavenly Hunger," study guide for adults, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Food and Hunger," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2004. (Romans 12)
• "The Road to Renewal (Romans 12:1-2)," by Robert Deffinbaugh at the Biblical Studies Foundation.
• "Thinking Straight About Spiritual Gifts (Romans 12:3-8)," by Robert Deffinbaugh at theBiblical Studies Foundation.
• "The Meekness, Membership, and Ministry of the Believer (Romans 12:3-8)," by Hampton Keathley IV at the Biblical Studies Foundation.

Reading the Texts:

• NRSV (with link to Anglicized NRSV) at Oremus Bible Browser.
• Hebrew Interlinear Bible, WLCv, WLC5, CHES, AV.
• The Bible Gateway: NRSV, RSV, NIV, NASB, CEV, The Message, KJV, etc.
• The Blue Letter Bible. KJV, alternate versions, Hebrew text with concordance, commentaries.
• The World Wide Study Bible includes commentary, exposition and sermons.

Historical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts:

• III.XX.3, IV.IX.2, V.XII.1 (LXX), Adversus Haereses, Irenaeus of Lyons. (c. 180) 
• V.10, Against Marcion, Tertullian (c. 212) 
• XII.35, Commentary on the Gospel of Matthew, Origen. (c.247)
• Rashi's Commentary, c. 1075. chabad.org.
• From the Geneva Notes.
• "By Moab are meant all the enemies of his Church."
• From Matthew Henry's Commentary.
• From Wesley's Notes.
• From the Commentary on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).

Contemporary Commentary, Studies and Exegesis:

• Commentary, Isaiah 25:6-9, Anathea Portier-Young, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2015.
• "In this remarkable passage, the Lord prepares a lavish feast at the Lord's own sacred mountain."
• Commentary, Isaiah 25:1-9, Patricia Tull, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2014.
• "Lofty poetry does matter. It may even change the world. For instance, the words of the American Declaration of Independence, “we hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, have been reauthorized several times to envision equalities that lay well beyond the imagination of its original writers."
• "A Word for All Mourners," Rev John Henson, 2012.
• Commentary, Isaiah 25:1-9, Fred Gaiser, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2011.
• Commentary, Isaiah 25:1-9, James K. Mead, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2008.
• "The theological tension in Isaiah 25:1-9 means that while we aren't given an earthly means for overcoming all disasters and tragedies, we are given a glimpse of a world in which death is swallowed up forever and 'God will wipe away the tears from all faces' (v. 8)."
• Isaiah 25:6-9, Easter Day B, Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
• The Old Testament Readings: Isaiah 25:6-9. Weekly Comments on the Revised Common Lectionary, Howard Wallace Audrey Schindler, Morag Logan, Paul Tonson, Lorraine Parkinson, Theological Hall of the Uniting Church, Melbourne, Australia.
• "Hospitality is theologically the thematic partner of reconciliation, and in these themes Christians today are able to articulate their faith in a way that is easily grasped."
• Isaiah 25:1-9, Studies on Old Testament texts from Series A, Ralph W. Klein, Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago.
• "Be Glad in the Salvation of God," Rev. Bryan Findlayson, Lectionary Bible Studies and Sermons, Pumpkin Cottage Ministry Resources.
• "Is there a sense where 'all peoples' have come together today? If so, define."
• "In the Midst of Danger, Hope," Larry Broding's Word-Sunday.Com: A Lectionary Resource for Catholics.
• "Where do you see hope in the light of danger? How has God restored you when you were "down and out?" How did you thank God for your turnaround?"
• Isaiah 25:6-9, All Saints B, Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.

Sermons:

• "Easter Dinner," Rev. Willliam Carter, Day 1, 2012.
• "The Problem of Box Elder Trees," the Rev. Debra Samuelson, Day 1, 2005.

With Children:

• Worshiping with Children, Easter Sunday B, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2012.
• Worshiping with Children, Easter Sunday A, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2011
• "The Lord Shows Isaiah a Bountiful Banquet," "A King Gives a Wedding Banquet,"Sunday School Lessons: Family Bible Study, art projects, music, stories, etc.

Drama:

• "Let's Have a Party," Edgar Mayer, dramatix.

Graphics & Bulletin Materials:

• Commercial Site: The Work of the People - Isaiah 25 - Films/Visual Liturgy based on RCL texts.

Hymns and Music:

• Hymnary.org, hymns, scores, media, information.
• Hymns with Scripture Allusions: Isaiah 25:1, 4, 5, 8. The Cyber Hymnal.
• "O Lord, You Are My God," lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry.
• Fine Arts Images Linked at The Text This Week's Art Index:
• Isaiah
• Study Links and Resources for the Book of Isaiah