This rebuke of Jesus to the Sadducees (Matt.22 v.23), who did not believe in the resurrection, is very blunt. It is a saying we feel inclined to repeat today. How few carefully read, understand and then believe God’s word and his power to fulfil his promises? Our world seems so full of remarkable inventions that capture our interest and attention ...

Today's readings.. (2 Samuel 6), (Jeremiah 11), (Matthew 22) One of the most profound things Jesus said is in today’s ch. 22 in Matthew’s gospel.  Jesus is first challenged by the Pharisees [v.15] who “plotted how to entangle him in his talk” by asking whether it was “lawful to pay taxes to Caesar.” His response is memorable!  At his request ...