November 23, 2008

The Solemnity of Our Lord
Jesus Christ the King A

The parable says that not everyone has actually been among God’s beloved herd of sheep. Some people have been goats instead.

How do you know who you are? The standard is extremely clear. Have you cared for the hungry? Have you given water to the thirsty? What about welcoming the stranger, and giving clothes to those with none and what about visiting people in prison? This is what God did in the First Reading. It is what Jesus did in his life on earth. It is the loving duty he has entrusted to us who are his body, his band of shepherds. If you have joined this group, then you are one of the sheep who have received Christ's love and who are very grateful.

But maybe you or I have never taken time to care for Christ’s least brother or sister.

If we keep on that way, if we insist on being goats, we should not be surprised at the end of time when God says, “You never did pass on to others the care I gave to you. You did not let me into your life. If you had, your gratitude would have led you to others! I would love to shepherd you even now, but all I can do is affirm the choice you have made with your life. You have chosen to live without me, your God, and I will respect your choice.”

This is how a real King acts. He respects and honors his subjects’ needs and desires. It imposes a duty on us. We have to ask ourselves which side we are on right now, before it is too late.

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