Looking ahead

This week I find myself at a crossroads. The lectionary offers two lectio continua choices. I could do a five week series in James possibly followed up by a seven week series in Hebrews (probably my favorite NT book). Or I am offered a 12 week course back in Mark taking us to the end of the season, chapters 7-13.

This fall I want to cover themes of stewardship and also mobilize gift oriented ministry from the laity. I have a feeling one of these options will cover these themes nicely. The lectionary has yet to let me down. I'll have to do some reading ahead tomorrow.