“If you are the king of the Jews, save yourself.” (Luke 23: 37)
Today is the Solemnity of Christ the King, the last Sunday in the Church calendar. Next Sunday begins the New Church Year with the first Sunday in Advent. Christmas is near. The humble King is coming!
Kings are born in palaces or world class hospitals. Our King was born in a stable where animals for sacrifices were kept. Kings die in their highly ornamented bedrooms surrounded by adoring families and nobility. Our King died on the cross surrounded by criminals and jeering crowd.
Jesus was challenged to come down from the cross. He refused. He was determined to drink the last drop from the Chalice of affliction. What type of King is Jesus? A humble Shepherd King.
“Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” (Luke 23: 42)
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