Bob Cornwall
@drbobcornwall.bsky.social
Disciples of Christ minister-at-large, ecumenist, author, and historical theologian. I blog at https://www.bobcornwall.com/
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Review - God in the House: The Life & Times of the Catholic Theologian Anthony Kosnik by Margaret Stack (@ @readthespirit.bsky.social). Story of a progressive Catholic ethicist who challenged traditional views of sexuality.
www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/god-... #booksky #theosky #biography
www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/god-... #booksky #theosky #biography
God In the HOuse: The Life and Times of Catholic Theologian Anthony Kosnik (Margaret Stack) - A Review
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
January 22, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Review - God in the House: The Life & Times of the Catholic Theologian Anthony Kosnik by Margaret Stack (@ @readthespirit.bsky.social). Story of a progressive Catholic ethicist who challenged traditional views of sexuality.
www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/god-... #booksky #theosky #biography
www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/god-... #booksky #theosky #biography
Review - God in the House: The Life & Times of the Catholic Theologian Anthony Kosnik by Margaret Stack (@ @readthespirit.bsky.social). Story of a progressive Catholic ethicist who challenged traditional views of sexuality.
www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/god-... #booksky #theosky #biography
www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/god-... #booksky #theosky #biography
God In the HOuse: The Life and Times of Catholic Theologian Anthony Kosnik (Margaret Stack) - A Review
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
January 22, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Review - God in the House: The Life & Times of the Catholic Theologian Anthony Kosnik by Margaret Stack (@ @readthespirit.bsky.social). Story of a progressive Catholic ethicist who challenged traditional views of sexuality.
www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/god-... #booksky #theosky #biography
www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/god-... #booksky #theosky #biography
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Our latest review from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers a fresh perspective on pneumatology from @wdavidotaylor.bsky.social and Daniel Train (@ivpacademic.bsky.social).
Review: Naming the Spirit - Word&Way
In this book, W. David O. Taylor and Daniel Train bring together a remarkable group of theologians, scholars, and artists to offer a fresh perspective on pneumatology through the creative lens of the ...
wordandway.org
January 21, 2026 at 6:51 PM
Our latest review from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers a fresh perspective on pneumatology from @wdavidotaylor.bsky.social and Daniel Train (@ivpacademic.bsky.social).
Review - Naming the Spirit: Pneumatology through the Arts, ed. by @wdavidotaylor.bsky.social & Daniel Train (@ivpacademic.bsky.social). Reflections on Holy Spirit in conversation w/ the arts, writ large (not just painting & Sculpture). www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/nami... #books #pneumatology
Naming the Spirit: Pneumatology Through the Arts. (David O. Taylor & Daniel Train, editors) - Review
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
January 21, 2026 at 3:58 PM
Review - Naming the Spirit: Pneumatology through the Arts, ed. by @wdavidotaylor.bsky.social & Daniel Train (@ivpacademic.bsky.social). Reflections on Holy Spirit in conversation w/ the arts, writ large (not just painting & Sculpture). www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/nami... #books #pneumatology
Why Can't We Get Along? - #Lectionary reflection for Epiphany 3A (1 Corinthians 1:10-18). Paul calls for unity amidst division, reminding them of the power of the cross. So, what is the problem? www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/why-... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @rcldaily.bsky.social
Why Can’t We Get Along? —Lectionary Reflection for Epiphany 3A (1 Corinthians 1:10-18)
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
January 20, 2026 at 3:35 PM
Why Can't We Get Along? - #Lectionary reflection for Epiphany 3A (1 Corinthians 1:10-18). Paul calls for unity amidst division, reminding them of the power of the cross. So, what is the problem? www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/why-... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @rcldaily.bsky.social
On a Mission for God - My #sermon for Epiphany 2 A (Isaiah 49). With a bit of Blues Brothers, a message about a mission to be a light to the nations. Preached at Tyrone Community Presbyterian Church. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/on-m... #bgbg2 #lectionary #theosky #ccdoc
On a Mission for God - Sermon for Epiphany 2A (Isaiah 49:1-7)
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
January 18, 2026 at 6:33 PM
On a Mission for God - My #sermon for Epiphany 2 A (Isaiah 49). With a bit of Blues Brothers, a message about a mission to be a light to the nations. Preached at Tyrone Community Presbyterian Church. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/on-m... #bgbg2 #lectionary #theosky #ccdoc
Review of #FromPulpittoPublicSquare: Faithful Speech beyond Church Walls by Richard Voelz ( @wjkbooks.com). Guidance for preachers, old & new, called to speak in public settings. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/from... #booksky #preaching #ccdoc #theosky
From Pulpit to Public Square: Faithful Speech beyond Church Walls, (Richard W. Voelz) - Review
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
January 14, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Review of #FromPulpittoPublicSquare: Faithful Speech beyond Church Walls by Richard Voelz ( @wjkbooks.com). Guidance for preachers, old & new, called to speak in public settings. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/from... #booksky #preaching #ccdoc #theosky
Saints of God, Gifted for Service - Lectionary Reflection for Epiphany 2A (1 Corinthians 1:1-9). Paul reminds the saints that they lack no gifts while waiting for the revealing of Jesus. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/sain... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #lectionary
Saints of God, Gifted for Service—Lectionary Reflection for Epiphany 2A (1 Corinthians 1:1-9)
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
January 13, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Saints of God, Gifted for Service - Lectionary Reflection for Epiphany 2A (1 Corinthians 1:1-9). Paul reminds the saints that they lack no gifts while waiting for the revealing of Jesus. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/sain... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #lectionary
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Our first review of the year from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers John's contested relationship with Matthew, Mark, and Luke as explored in @goodacre.bsky.social's "The Fourth Synoptic Gospel" (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social).
Review: The Fourth Synoptic Gospel - Word&Way
Writing in a clear and accessible style, scholar Mark Goodacre takes a unique approach to showing that John knew and used the narratives of Matthew, Mark, and Luke.
wordandway.org
January 7, 2026 at 6:21 PM
Our first review of the year from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers John's contested relationship with Matthew, Mark, and Luke as explored in @goodacre.bsky.social's "The Fourth Synoptic Gospel" (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social).
Review - "The Fourth Synoptic Gospel: John's Knowledge of Matthew, Mark, & Luke" by @goodacre.bsky.social (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social). An intriguing proposal about the Gospel of John and its connections w/ the Synoptics. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/the-... #bgbg2 #bookreviews @erbks.bsky.social
The Fourth Synoptic Gospel: John's Knowledge of Matthew, Mark, and Luke (Mark Goodacre) - Review
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
January 7, 2026 at 4:21 PM
Review - "The Fourth Synoptic Gospel: John's Knowledge of Matthew, Mark, & Luke" by @goodacre.bsky.social (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social). An intriguing proposal about the Gospel of John and its connections w/ the Synoptics. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/the-... #bgbg2 #bookreviews @erbks.bsky.social
God's No-Partiality Doctrine- #Lectionary reflection for #BaptismofJesusSunday (Acts 10:34-43). Peter shares the gospel w/ Cornelius' household, opening the way for Gentiles, demonstrating God's non-partiality doctrine. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/gods... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @wjkbooks.com
God’s No Partiality Doctrine—Lectionary Reflection for Baptism of Jesus Sunday (Acts 10:34-43)
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
January 6, 2026 at 3:00 PM
God's No-Partiality Doctrine- #Lectionary reflection for #BaptismofJesusSunday (Acts 10:34-43). Peter shares the gospel w/ Cornelius' household, opening the way for Gentiles, demonstrating God's non-partiality doctrine. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/gods... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @wjkbooks.com
Happy New Year! Out with the Old (2025), Welcome the New (2026). May you find hope in challenging times. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/happ... #ccdoc
Happy New Year! Out with the Old, Welcome the New
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
January 1, 2026 at 2:48 PM
Happy New Year! Out with the Old (2025), Welcome the New (2026). May you find hope in challenging times. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/happ... #ccdoc
Review of Walking the Tide Line: Loss & Renewal on the #OregonCoastTrail by Caroline Kurtz (@catalystpress.bsky.social). #Memoir of a former #PCUSA missionary's pilgrimage along the Oregon Coast, seeking renewal after the death of her husband. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/walk... #booksky
Walking the Tideline: Loss and Renewal on the Oregon Coast Trail (Caroline Kurtz) - Review
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
December 30, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Review of Walking the Tide Line: Loss & Renewal on the #OregonCoastTrail by Caroline Kurtz (@catalystpress.bsky.social). #Memoir of a former #PCUSA missionary's pilgrimage along the Oregon Coast, seeking renewal after the death of her husband. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/walk... #booksky
We Are God's Adopted Children - #lectionary reflection for #Christmas 2A (Ephesians 1:3-14). Claiming our destiny as children of God, as we move to the time when God gathers up all things. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/we-a... #ccdoc #bgbg2 @lectionary.bsky.social
We Are God’s Adopted Children—Lectionary Reflection for Christmas 2A (Ephesians 1:3-14)
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
December 29, 2025 at 3:42 PM
We Are God's Adopted Children - #lectionary reflection for #Christmas 2A (Ephesians 1:3-14). Claiming our destiny as children of God, as we move to the time when God gathers up all things. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/we-a... #ccdoc #bgbg2 @lectionary.bsky.social
The Word in the Flesh - A #ChristmasEve Homily from 2019 (John 1:1-14). On this day, may we bear witness to the light revealed in the Word who assumed flesh, while joining the angels on high singing “Gloria in Excelsis Deo.” www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/the-... #ccdcoc #theosky
The Word in the Flesh - A Christmas Eve Homily from John 1 (reprised)
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
December 24, 2025 at 4:07 PM
The Word in the Flesh - A #ChristmasEve Homily from 2019 (John 1:1-14). On this day, may we bear witness to the light revealed in the Word who assumed flesh, while joining the angels on high singing “Gloria in Excelsis Deo.” www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/the-... #ccdcoc #theosky
Review - "Under Her Wings: Mothers & Motherhood in the New Testament" by Jennifer Houston McNeel (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social). The #Bible is largely androcentric; she demonstrates why we should pay attention to mothers & motherhood in the NT. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/unde... #booksky #ccdoc
Under Her Wings: Mothers and Motherhood in the New Testament (Jennifer Houston McNeel) - Review
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
December 23, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Review - "Under Her Wings: Mothers & Motherhood in the New Testament" by Jennifer Houston McNeel (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social). The #Bible is largely androcentric; she demonstrates why we should pay attention to mothers & motherhood in the NT. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/unde... #booksky #ccdoc
Review: "The Just Love Story Bible" by Jacqui Lewis, Shannon Daley-Harris, beautifully illustrated by Cheryl Thuesday, from @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social. A retelling of the biblical story for children, focusing on divine love and justice. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/the-... #booksky #theosky
The Just Love Story Bible (Jacqui Lewis, Shannon Daley-Harris, & Cheryl Thuesday) - Review
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
December 18, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Review: "The Just Love Story Bible" by Jacqui Lewis, Shannon Daley-Harris, beautifully illustrated by Cheryl Thuesday, from @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social. A retelling of the biblical story for children, focusing on divine love and justice. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/the-... #booksky #theosky
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Our latest review from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers “A Beautiful Year: 52 Meditations on Faith, Wisdom, and Perseverance” (@stmartinspress.bsky.social), a new collection of insightful essays from @dianabutlerbass.bsky.social.
Review: A Beautiful Year - Word&Way
This new book from Diana Butler Bass offers an essay for every week in the seasons of the Christian year — from Advent and Christmas to Lent and Easter, through the entire calendar.
wordandway.org
December 17, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Our latest review from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers “A Beautiful Year: 52 Meditations on Faith, Wisdom, and Perseverance” (@stmartinspress.bsky.social), a new collection of insightful essays from @dianabutlerbass.bsky.social.
Review - "A Beautiful Year: 52 Meditations on Faith, Wisdom, & Perseverance" by @dianabutlerbass.bsky.social (@stmartinspress.bsky.social). A gifted Christian writer offers accumulated wisdom, speaking to challenging times. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/a-be... #booksky #theosky
A Beautiful Year: 52 Meditations on Faith, Wisdom, and Perseverance (Diana Butler Bass) - Review
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
December 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Review - "A Beautiful Year: 52 Meditations on Faith, Wisdom, & Perseverance" by @dianabutlerbass.bsky.social (@stmartinspress.bsky.social). A gifted Christian writer offers accumulated wisdom, speaking to challenging times. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/a-be... #booksky #theosky
A Word to the Saints of God - #Lectionary reflection for #Advent 4A (Romans 1:1-7). Paul introduces himself & his gospel concerning allegiance to Jesus Son of God. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/a-wo... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @wjkbooks.com @weeklylectionary.bsky.social
A Word to the Saints of God—Lectionary Reflection for Advent 3A (Romans 1:1-7)
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
December 16, 2025 at 3:03 PM
A Word to the Saints of God - #Lectionary reflection for #Advent 4A (Romans 1:1-7). Paul introduces himself & his gospel concerning allegiance to Jesus Son of God. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/a-wo... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @wjkbooks.com @weeklylectionary.bsky.social
I am grateful to Bob Trube for his generous review on Bob on Books of "Eating with Jesus: Reflections on Divine Encounters at the Open Eucharistic Table." (Wipf and Stock) So, many thanks!
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bobonbooks.com/2025/12/15/r... #booksky #theosky #ccdoc
Review: Eating with Jesus - Bob on Books
Eating with Jesus. An argument against restrictions or "fences" around the Lord's table, welcoming all who will to come and encounter Christ.
bobonbooks.com
December 15, 2025 at 6:39 PM
I am grateful to Bob Trube for his generous review on Bob on Books of "Eating with Jesus: Reflections on Divine Encounters at the Open Eucharistic Table." (Wipf and Stock) So, many thanks!
bobonbooks.com/2025/12/15/r... #booksky #theosky #ccdoc
bobonbooks.com/2025/12/15/r... #booksky #theosky #ccdoc
Review - The Well that Washes What It Shows: An Invitation to Holy Scripture by Jonathan Linebaugh (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social). In the face of growing biblical illiteracy, here is a pastorally sensitive intro to the #Bible. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/the-... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #booksky #theosky
The Well That Washes What It Shows: An Invitation to Holy Scripture (Jonathan A. Linebaugh) - Review
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
December 10, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Review - The Well that Washes What It Shows: An Invitation to Holy Scripture by Jonathan Linebaugh (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social). In the face of growing biblical illiteracy, here is a pastorally sensitive intro to the #Bible. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/the-... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #booksky #theosky
Just Be Patient, It Won't Be Long - #Lectionary Reflection for #Advent 3A (James 5:7-10). James calls for patience & Endurance as the Beloved wait for Christ's return. How long will it be for the arc of justice? www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/just... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @wjkbooks.com
Just Be Patient, It Won’t Be Long Now—Lectionary Reflection for Advent 3A (James 5:7-10)
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
December 9, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Just Be Patient, It Won't Be Long - #Lectionary Reflection for #Advent 3A (James 5:7-10). James calls for patience & Endurance as the Beloved wait for Christ's return. How long will it be for the arc of justice? www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/just... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @wjkbooks.com
Living Together in Harmony - #Sermon for #Advent 2A ( #PeaceSunday ) (Romans 15:4-13). Preached at 1st Presbyterian Church of Troy, MI. Let us be peacemakers, starting within the church, so we might be a blessing & glorify God. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/livi... #bgbg2 #lectionary @wjkbooks.com
Living in Harmony - Sermon for Advent 2A/Peace Sunday (Romans 15:4-13)
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
December 7, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Living Together in Harmony - #Sermon for #Advent 2A ( #PeaceSunday ) (Romans 15:4-13). Preached at 1st Presbyterian Church of Troy, MI. Let us be peacemakers, starting within the church, so we might be a blessing & glorify God. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/livi... #bgbg2 #lectionary @wjkbooks.com
Envisioning a Hopeful & Peaceful Future- #Lectionary Reflection for #Advent 2A (#PeaceSunday). (Romans 15:4-13). Paul took the Gospel to the Gentiles, so Jew and Gentile might worship God together in Christ.
www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/envi... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @rclectionary.bsky.social
www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/envi... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @rclectionary.bsky.social
Envisioning a Hopeful and Peaceful Future—Lectionary Reflection for Advent 2A (Romans 15:4-13)
A blog about Christianity, theology, religion and public life.
www.bobcornwall.com
December 3, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Envisioning a Hopeful & Peaceful Future- #Lectionary Reflection for #Advent 2A (#PeaceSunday). (Romans 15:4-13). Paul took the Gospel to the Gentiles, so Jew and Gentile might worship God together in Christ.
www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/envi... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @rclectionary.bsky.social
www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/envi... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @rclectionary.bsky.social