This is the reading from Luke 14 in our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Good News of Great Joy reading guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Luke 14 reminds us of God’s gracious invitation to His Kingdom and the humility and sacrifice required to follow Christ. The parable of the banquet is a picture of the generosity of God, who welcomes the outcast and undeserving to His table. As we prepare for Christmas, may we reflect on the cost of discipleship and respond to God’s call with humble hearts, knowing that Christ humbled Himself to bring us salvation. Let us invite others to share in the joy of the Kingdom and commit ourselves fully to the One who gave everything for us!

You can find the written version of today's reading, complete with footnotes and commentary summaries, here.