comedy of the Bible
Maybe only The Comic Lens would begin an analysis of the beloved “Lord is My Shepherd” psalm with the music of Allan Sherman…but here goes!
Read MoreIt's not quite as outrageous as the most hilarious SNL sketch ever, but what Jesus does in Luke 24:36-43 is pretty close!
Read MoreBecause Easter this year fell on April 1, there was I am sure many a preacher -- and many a sermon --exploring comic elements of this most-significant day of the Christian year and, hence, the Way of Christian Discipleship. Isn't that great?? Here was my contribution!!
Read MoreNothing like a little conundrum to add spice to your Holy Weekend contemplations!
Read MoreThoughts on this most-important topic of conversation (and action), through the Comic Lens
Read MoreIn the book of Jonah, animals wander around mourning their sins in sackcloth and ashes. Is that a stupid pet trick...or what??
Read MoreHarvey Fierstein is a master at making gentle fun of himself to break down the barriers that divide us. This blog is not about him (but his name afforded a title I could not resist!); although, in this discussion about the meeting of Jesus and Nathaniel it could be....
Read MoreThoughts on baptism (and wacky London donuts) through the comic lens!
Read MoreThe verses in 1 Timothy and 1 Corinthians prohibiting women to speak or have authority over men are considered among the worst, and most dangerous, in scripture. What difference might it make if we view these texts through a comic lens??
Read MoreThe 500th Anniversary of the Reformation and the legacy of Martin Luther inspire the Comic Lens, through a comic lens, to explore some of the most confusing, objectionable and venous verses of scripture. Roll out the barrell!
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