“Bishop Will Willimon is an artist at telling the timeless story in a timely way, making theological themes clear and biblical accounts pertinent to our daily lives. In this volume, that magic once again is evident. Any preacher using the Revised Common Lectionary will find this resource to be inexpressibly helpful not only in its demonstration of the craft of homiletics but also through exegeses and prayers. This book is A+!”

—Michael B. Brown, Senior Minister of Marble Collegiate Church, New York, NY

“Many of us have been shaped by the imaginative preaching of Will Willimon. Where we had become conformed to the world and its preoccupations, Willimon taught us to listen for the still, small, and strange voice of God. And where we had become compliant with the church and its limitations, Willimon modeled a prophetic way of loving our people and calling them (and us) out of darkness and into light.”

—Kenneth H. Carter Jr., Resident Bishop of the Florida Episcopal Area of The United Methodist Church

“When I think of the preachers I most want to listen to, who inspire, challenge, and move me, Will Willimon is at the top of that list. This book is like having Will Willimon sitting in your study sharing his best stories, ideas, and reflections on the text!”

—Adam Hamilton, Senior Pastor of The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection, Leawood, KS