Today we learn that the Church has an ongoing mission, and that mission includes seeking those who stray. Though it is becoming increasingly unpopular to confront others in their sin, that is the very thing Jesus calls us to do. Out of love for their souls, we patiently and lovingly speak words of rebuke with the goal of leading them to repentance.
The Church Grows: The Cost of Discipleship
Having reviewed the great events of the life of Christ, the second half of the Christians Year gives us opportunity to focus on Christ's Church. That Church has an ongoing mission, and that mission has always and will always include carrying a cross. Just as Christ's work as the Church's head included carrying his cross, our work as his body includes the same. While on earth, the Church's existence is characterized by struggle. But in heaven a crown awaits.
The Church Grows: The Truth Is Jesus Is The Christ
Having reviewed the great events of the life of Christ, the second half of the Christian Year gives us opportunity to focus on Christ's Church. That Church has an ongoing mission, and that mission will never fail. The members of Christ's Church are sealed from eternity and the best of Satan's attacks will never bring down her walls. On the last day, each and everyone of God's elect will be gathered, saved from the earth's destruction, safe from Satan's temptations.
The Church Grows: Woman, You Have Great Faith!
Having reviewed the great events of the life of Christ, the second half of the Christian Year gives us opportunity to focus on Christ's Church. That Church has an ongoing mission, and that mission is to all people. In every age and place, it is easy for Christ's Church to think only of those who look, act, and speak like us. Christ reminds us that he is the Savior of all and our mission is to bring his saving word to all.