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Luke 12:32-48

• 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• Historical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts: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.
  • "Duty," Comparative World Scriptures from United Communities of Spirit.
  • "Knowing the Danger (Thief in the Night)," "The Unknown Time," The Jesus Database, an online annotated inventory of the traditions concerning the life and teachings of Jesus. Dr. Gregory C. Jenks, FaithFutures Foundation.
  • IV.XXXVI.3, IV.XXXVII.3, V.XXXIV.2, Adversus Haereses, Irenaeus of Lyons. (c. 180)
  • II.9, Paedagogus, Clement of Alexandria (c 200)
  • IV.29, Against Marcion, Tertullian (c. 210)
  • Epistle VII -- Cyprian of Carthage (c. 250)
  • On the Unity of the Church, Cyprian of Carthage (c. 250)
  • Concerning Works and Almsgiving -- Cyprian of Carthage (c. 252)
  • Commentary on a Harmony of the Evangelists, John Calvin, 1558:
    • Matthew 6:19-21/Luke 12:33-34
  • Chapter XXV, Proslogium, Anselm of Canterbury, 1077-1078.
  • From the Geneva Notes.
    • "It is a foolish thing not to look for small things at the hands of him who freely gives us the greatest things."
  • From Matthew Henry's Commentary (c. 1700).
    • "Christ is our Master, and we are his servants; not only working servants, but waiting servants."
  • From Wesley's Notes. John Wesley (1703-1791).
    • "And since ye have such an inheritance, regard not your earthly possessions."
  • From the Commentary on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).
  • From The People's New Testament, B.W. Johnson, 1891.
    • "The true way of investing wealth is to consecrate it to good purposes."
• Contemporary Commentary, Studies, and Exegesis:
  • Radical Gratitude, lectionary-based stewardship, Northwest United Methodist Foundation. (.pdf)
  • Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
  • "Just Do It!" David Lose, Dear Working Preacher, 2010.
    • "I suspect that the difference between heresy and orthodoxy is at times a lot thinner than we imagine."
  • "First Thoughts on Year C Gospel Passages in the Lectionary," Pentecost 11, William Loader, Murdoch University, Uniting Church in Australia.
    • "We should probably begin this passage with the preceding verse, which speaks of seeking the kingdom and receiving what one had been anxious about. Certainly the opening verse sets the framework for what follows. God wants to give us the kingdom!"
  • Exegetical Notes by Brian Stoffregen at CrossMarks Christian Resources.
    • "Slaves should know how to be prepared for their master's unexpected coming. Homeowners should know how to be prepared for a thief's unexpected coming. Have we learned how to be prepared for the Son of Man's unexpected coming?"
  • "Fearlessness Ahead of Time," Mary Hinkle Shore, Pilgrim Preaching, 2010.
    • "This future will arrive as surprisingly as a thief in the night, but notice this: what is coming is not a thief in the night; it is a party in the morning, a party where we who aspire to be servants of the Lord will be served, treated as guests of honor."
  • Where Your Treasure Is, There Your Heart Is Also, audio telling, story in episodes, graphic, audio and written commentaries. Go Tell Communications, Biblical Storytelling for the Global Village, 2010.
  • "Where Is Your Treasure?" Todd Weir, bloomingcactus, 2010.
  • Lectionary Blogging, John Petty, Luke 12:32-40, Progressive Involvement, 2010.
  • "Break Open the Word," Proper 14, Michael T. Hiller, 2010.
  • "'Don't Worry About Your Life': Jesus Speaks to Our Fears and Anxieties," The Journey with Jesus: Notes to Myself, Daniel B. Clendenin, Journey with Jesus Foundation, 2010. 2007 reflection.
  • "Why are we delaying the party?" Peter Woods, I Am Listening..., 2010.
  • Holy Textures, Understanding the Bible in its own time and in ours, Luke 12:32-40, David Ewart, 2010.
    • "Wow. God, for no other reason than it simply pleases God - delights God - for this reason alone - God gives us the kingdom. No worries. So get over all your anxiety, guilt, shame, unworthiness, wretchedness, etc., etc. You don't deserve it, but God is giving it to you anyway."
  • Laterally Luke, by Brian McGowan, Anglican priest in Western Australia.
  • Wellspring of the Gospel, Ordinary 19, Catherine McElhinney and Kathryn Turner, Weekly Wellsprings.
  • "A Threefold Command," Expository Essay, Luke 12:32-40, Dr. William R. Long. Part 2.
    • "How does one 'live ready'?"
  • "Get Ready!" Larry Broding's Word-Sunday.Com: A Catholic Resource for This Sunday's Gospel. Adult Study, Children's Story, Family Activity, Support Materials.
    • "Are you anxious about the fall? How does that anticipation change your outlook on the summer?"
  • "Be Prepared," Rev. Bryan Findlayson, Lectionary Bible Studies and Sermons, Pumpkin Cottage Ministry Resources.
  • "The Way to Wait," a study from the Biblical Studies Foundation.
    • "...privilege brings about proportionate responsibility."
• Articles & Background:
  • "Materialism" "Parable of the Faithful Servant," wikipedia.
  • "Parables and their Social Contexts," Chapter 6 in What Are They Saying about the Parables? by David Gowler (Paulist Press, 2000).
    • "This model of leadership in the Christian community is possible because God is the ultimate patron, and Jesus is depicted as the broker of God?s blessings to the people. But in the parable of the Wedding Feast (Luke 12:35?40) a paradox appears: the master (patron) takes the role of a servant (12:37)."
  • "The Tension between Poverty and Possessions in the Gospel of Luke," John Sheila Galligan, Spirituality Today, Spring 1985.
    • "No fanatic about renunciation of possessions, Jesus nevertheless warned us that they could hinder our being open to the Kingdom and that we have to use them for others welfare."
• Recommended articles from ATLAS, an online collection of religion and theology journals, are linked below. ATLAS Access options are available for academic institutions, alumni of selected theological schools, and clergy/church offices.
  • Carter, Kenneth H., Jr., "Treasure Chest," The Christian Century, 2007.
      EBSCO ATLASerials, Religion Collection
      EBSCO ATLA Religion Database with ATLASerials
  • Malherbe, Abraham J., "The Christianization of a TOPOS (Luke 12:13-34)," Novum Testamentum, 1996.
      EBSCO ATLASerials, Religion Collection
      EBSCO ATLA Religion Database with ATLASerials
  • Marty, Martin, "Where Geese Corrupt," The Christian Century, 2001.
      EBSCO ATLASerials, Religion Collection
      EBSCO ATLA Religion Database with ATLASerials
  • Sellew, Philip, "Interior Monologue as a Narrative Device in the Parables of Luke," Journal of Biblical Literature, 1992.
      EBSCO ATLASerials, Religion Collection
      EBSCO ATLA Religion Database with ATLASerials
  • Stegman, Thomas D., S.J., "Reading Luke 12:13-34 as an Elaboration of Chreia: How Hermogenes of Tarsus Sheds Light on Luke's Gospel," Novum Testamentum, 2007.
      EBSCO ATLASerials, Religion Collection
      EBSCO ATLA Religion Database with ATLASerials
• Reviews:
• Sermons:
  • "The Thief Is at Your Door," Alyce McKenzie, Patheos, 2010.
  • "Embracing the Future," Pentecost +11, 12 August 2007, David Zersen, Goettinger Predigten: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors.
  • "Your Savior Is Coming," (Luke 12:25-40) Sigurd Grindheim, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.
  • "On Stuff," the Rev. Mark Sargent, Day 1, 2004.
  • "Looking for the Center of Life," 8 August 2004, David Zersen, Goettinger Predigten: Every Sunday Sermons based on the RCL by a team of Lutheran theologians/ pastors.
  • "Be Alert and Ready for Action," Pastor Edward F. Markquart, Grace Lutheran Church, Seattle, Washington.
  • "God Wants to Give You Something," John Jewell, 1998.
  • "Home Where I Belong," the Rev. Steve Yamaguchi, Day 1, 2001.
  • Father Andrew M. Greeley, "Priest, Author, Sociologist," Commentary and Homily:
    • Ordinary 19, 2007
    • Ordinary 19, 2001
• With Children:
  • "Where Is Your Heart?" Charles Kirkpatrick, Sermons4kids.com.
  • "We Keep Our Treasures Safe in Heaven," Sunday School Lessons: Family Bible Study, art projects, music, stories, etc.
• Drama:
  • "A New Heaven and Earth," from A Certain Jesus by Jose Ignacio and Maria Lopez Vigil. Ideal for catechetical and liturgical dramatization of today's gospel. Claretian Publications.
  • "God Leaves the Light On," dramatix.
• Graphics & Bulletin Materials:
  • Clip Art, Luke 12:36, Luke 12:40, Fr. Richard Lonsdale, Resources for Catholic Educators.
  • Clip Art Images: Luke 12:32-48, Luke 12:32-48 #2, Misioneros Del Sagrado Corazón en el Perú.
  • Luke 12:35-38, Luke 12:35-38, Liturgical Drawing, Maria d.c. Zamora, Claretian Resources, Philippines. ("Download and use these for free.")
  • Luke 12:32-48 at Cerezo Barredo's weekly gospel illustration. Liberation emphasis.
• Hymns and Music:
  • Contemporary/Praise Song suggestions, Together to Celebrate, David MacGregor.
  • Hymnary.org, hymns, scores, media, information.
  • Hymns with Scripture Allusions: Luke 12:32, 35, 37, 39, 40. The Cyber Hymnal.
  • Hymnal Scripture References, The Lutheran Hymnal, Lutheran Worship.
  • "Take up Your Cross," Brenton Prigge, NewHymn, a new, relevant hymn set to traditional tunes.
  • At Digital Hymnal (midi files, guitar chords, karaoke files, projection text):
    • Hail Him the King of Glory
• Fine Arts Images Linked at The Text This Week's Art Index:
• Movies scenes with the following themes, listed at The Text This Week's Movie Concordance:
• Find Worship Resources & Suggested Other Readings for use with this text:
  • Proper 14C/Ordinary 19C
• Study Links and Resources for the Book of Luke

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