A Reflection From Fr. Kalombo
The response of Jesus to Pilate, the most powerful human authority in Palestine at that time, raises a very important question for those of us who call ourselves Christians and claim to be followers and imitators of Jesus Christ: Where is our kingdom? Is it our home? Is it our family? Is it our job or profession? Is it our material wealth or financial security? Is it our hobby or a certain sport? Is it a combination of some or all of these? All of these are good. And to the extent that we have them, God wants us to use and enjoy them for ourselves and for others, to the best of our ability. That is how we imitate Jesus. If and when one or more of those things becomes our kingdom to which we devote an inordinate portion of our time, energy and resources, we become so attached to our kingdom in this world that we risk of losing our right to join Jesus in His kingdom that is not of this world.
