finally reach heaven. But Jesus reminds us that “the Kingdom of God is among you.” It is not a place to be found with signs or predictions, but a reality that begins the moment we let Christ reign in our hearts.

In today’s world, comfort and convenience can dull our longing for God’s Kingdom. We become content with what we have: our jobs, our health, our holidays; and forget to look beyond. Yet the true measure of life is not how long or how well we live, but whether love, mercy, and goodness reign within us.

Every act of compassion, every forgiveness given, every surrender to God’s will, these are signs that the Kingdom has already come. It is not about waiting for the end, but allowing Christ to rule our minds and hearts here and now.

Reflection Question: If God’s Kingdom starts within me, how can I change my heart to be more like His?