Could Jesus be the Leslie Neilson of Mark’s gospel??
Read More...and don't call Jesus "Shirley"!
Jesus' Disciples
What Would Jesus Pack?
Thoughts on this most-important topic of conversation (and action), through the Comic Lens
Read MoreFighting Fire with Fierstein!
Harvey 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 MoreMum's NOT The Word....
The 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 MoreWry with a Dash of Bitters
When trying to decipher the humor of Jesus (and its profound and prophetic power), the Comic Lens suggests comparing it to the humor of Hawkeye Pierce. Cheers! (Sort of....)
Read MoreInderisible!
Humor is emerging as a major tool for resistance and transformation in the current political maelstrom. This isn't new. Jesus even shows his disciples how!
Read MoreThe Comedy of Prayer
When the disciples asks Jesus how to pray, his response is pretty funny!
Read MoreBewitched, Mothered and Bewildered!
Why the gospel episode in John 21:1-19 stars Jesus as Samantha and Peter as Darren Stevens.
Read MoreJesus-in-the-Box!
Here's a little toy to help us better understand - and relish - true Easter joy!
Read MoreWorship for an "Oscar Sunday"
When Jesus says "Be in the world not of the world" you know what that means for "Oscar Sunday" -- wacky (and surprisingly meaningful) worship in thrift store formal wear!
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