There’s no better way to understand (and enjoy!) Jesus’ comic treatment of the Pharisees and their relationship with The Law than to watch an Andy Griffith episode featuring Barney Fife. And then read Mark 2:23-27!
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King David
The Bible's "Cinderfella"!
The Bible introduces King David to us in a delightful way that is most reminiscent of "Cinderella." Or is it "Cinderfella"?? The imagination reels....
Read MoreA Biblical Spit-Take ("The 'Blazing Saddles' of the Bible", Pt. 2)
While we hear Ruth's entreaty to her mother-in-law as something incredibly beautiful (and romantic), the story's original audience may have heard something completely different. And responded likewise.
Read MoreThe Bible's "Blazing Saddles"
For bawdy, schticky, smart comedy speaking to the problems of present day racisim and ostracization of "The Other" may I suggest Blazing Saddles... and The Book of Ruth
Read MoreStumped Speech!
As various cars, clown or otherwise, continue to fill with presidential candidates promising to save the country, restore morality and best align with the Divine Will, the prophet Samuel delivers a "stump speech" of a much different sort.
Read MoreSex and the Bible - A Comic Perspective (Pt. 1!)
What DOES the Good Book say about this most controversial of subjects, and is it relevant for today? And, more importantly (right?)...is it funny??
Read MoreRiffs of Scripture: Thoughts on Aronofsky's "Noah"
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When I first saw the trailer for "Noah" late last year my knee jerk reaction was, "Hrmmph, lots of bells, whistles, money to spend, A-list stars, and, I bet, NOT ONE DROP OF COMEDY!" I know, I really need to get a life.
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