Sermon for the Reign of Christ

Today we celebrate the Reign of Christ. Reverend Shelley McVea preaches on how God will personally take over the care of his people. He will be the shepherd of his people and they will be his flock. He will raise up someone from King David's household who will be righteous and just. Christians see this prophecy as pointing to Jesus, who rules by self-giving love. The first person to enter the eternal realm with Jesus will be a crucified thief. His only request is “Jesus, remember me”. This is enough for Jesus. “Today you will be with me in paradise”. When our hearts are open to God, we too enter the loving reign of our King.