Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Judgment of the Nations


Tuesday, March 27 -- Read Matthew 25:31-46

If we are ever tempted to doubt that Jesus thinks it imperative for us to care for the poor, or those who otherwise live on the margins of society, this parable should straighten us out. In the face of every poor kid, every homeless woman, every prisoner, Jesus says that we can see his face. To neglect them is to neglect him. To help them is to help him. And in some important way our eternal destiny hangs in the decisions we make.

Reflection Questions: How wide is the circle of your concern? Do you feel called to help those different from you, or those in distant places? How does this parable make you feel?

Prayer: Dear God, don’t let my inability to help all your children in need prevent me from helping those that I can. Give me insight and energy to heed Christ’s call to care. Amen.

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