The Scripture Readings
The Sermon Title: "Casting Stones and Saving Lives/Ranking Sins and Realizing Grace"
The Sermon Preview: In addition to the texts listed above, the sermon will also draw from the other lectionary texts appointed for this Sunday as well as from the narrative in John 8 of the woman whom Jesus saved from stoning.
The Artwork: Rembrandt, "Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery" (1644). The painting shows the moment at which the religious leaders, attempting to outwit Jesus, ask him whether, in accordance with the Torah, she should be stoned to death. Jesus replies "He that is without sin among you, let him cast the first stone." The work is an example of Rembrandt's gifts as a colourist. Within the dark interior of the temple, golds, reds, greens and browns glow as they are struck by a strong fall of light. Click on the painting to see a larger version of Rembrandt's work.
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