Speaking Conflict

Focusing on the conflict stories in the Synoptic Gospels, David Buttrick offers a thorough analysis of the controversies within these narratives, addressing challenges for pastors in interpretation and teaching. He emphasizes the need to confront anti-Jewish sentiments present in the texts and encourages readers to reassess their biases. By exploring contemporary relevance and providing sample sermons, Buttrick equips preachers with tools to convey these complex stories more effectively in modern contexts.