The King that we are celebrating today, came to establish the kingdom of God, and his authority and power was the power of love, mercy and compassion, and he paid the ransom for his subjects through the sacrifice of his own life.
In today’s Gospel, Jesus continues this teaching by offering his disciples signs to look for that will indicate that the coming of the Son of Man is near.
To give from our livelihood is not only an act of generosity, it is also an act of trust in God.
The question posed in today’s Gospel requires Jesus to interpret the Law of Moses.
Jesus will show himself to be the Messiah through his suffering and death.
Following Jesus’ example of sacrificial love continues to be countercultural in our day as well.
Our personal relationship with Jesus is also an invitation to the community of faith, the Church.
By welcoming children and fostering their relationship with God, parents and families bear witness to the Kingdom of God.
In vivid terms Jesus teaches his disciples the consequences to those who would put obstacles before people who are on the road to faith.
Who are the people without power or status in our society that Jesus is calling us to serve? Do we do so willingly?