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Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera discuss the readings for the Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, focusing on eschatological themes and the use of parables by Jesus.

Join Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera as they look ahead to the readings for the Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time— including an eschatological prophecy in Isaiah where God welcomes Israel home with a banquet, the theological climax of St. Paul’s letter to the Roman’s. In Matthew, Jesus begins to speak in parables. Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 7:20. Reading 1 - Isaiah 55: 10-11 Psalm 65: 10-14 Reading 2 - Romans 8: 18-23 Gospel - Matthew 13: 1-23 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Scott Powell

Guest: Kate Olivera

Topics covered

• Bible readings
• Christian theology
• Eschatology
• Parables
• Ordinary Time

Keywords

• Isaiah 55
• Romans 8
• Matthew 13
• Christianity
• Bible study

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Isaiah, Romans, Matthew

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