What does it mean to recognize and receive Christ as King? On this last Sunday after Pentecost, Canon Jonathan reminds us why it matters so deeply. Only the reign of Jesus can anchor our hope and provide a way forward in a world filled with leaders who often misuse their power and harm the vulnerable. Many in Jesus’ day misunderstood him, because they couldn’t imagine a king who wouldn’t use his power to save himself. But some saw him clearly. Like the thief on the cross, the humble recognize their need and receive Christ the King as he is.
What does it mean to recognize and receive Christ as King? On this last Sunday after Pentecost, Canon Jonathan reminds us why it matters so deeply. Only the reign of Jesus can anchor our hope and provide a way forward in a world filled with leaders who often misuse their power and harm the vulnerable. Many in Jesus’ day misunderstood him, because they couldn’t imagine a king who wouldn’t use his power to save himself. But some saw him clearly. Like the thief on the cross, the humble recognize their need and receive Christ the King as he is.
We’re all headed toward a wedding. Bishop Paul teaches on the deep meaning of the ‘Bride of Christ’ metaphor in Scripture. What does it mean that we, the Church, are Jesus’ bride? It means that we are beloved, betrothed, and becoming. At the heart of this metaphor is a profound truth: when Jesus looks at us, he does so with delight. The first in a sermon series entitled ‘Jesus’ Bride,’ Bishop Paul sets the stage for a deeper look at what we all are called to be—one, holy, catholic, apostolic church.