Lectionary Reflections for Sunday, September 30, 2012 Esther 7:1-6, 9-10; 9:20-22; Psalm 124; James 5:13-20; Mark 9:38-50 Today’s readings focus on healing and protection. Neither of these entirely comes from God, but involve our agency as well as divine creativity and care. Left to its own devices and apart from context, the reading from Esther is confusing. It needs history and context, a narrative to make sense of this “profile in courage.” Put briefly, known for her beauty, Esther catches the eye of... Read more