Who is your...

Today’s first reading from the letter to the Hebrews presents us with further theologizing about the mysterious figure of Melchizedek (as mentioned Monday).

One of the key points of this complex passage is that, like Melchizedek, Christ has a priesthood that does not depend upon “physical descent” (as did the priesthood of the Mosaic covenant).

To be sure, familial connections may have some value – indeed, it is to be hoped that we receive much good from our parents – but it is only from Christ that we receive value that is infinite and eternal.

The most important question is not “Who’s your daddy?” but…

“Who is your Lord?"