Disobeying the Lord

A famous politician died recently and there was great controversy about his receiving a Catholic funeral even though he famously worked hard in support of things contrary to the teaching of the Church (even as he insisted on his devotion to the Catholic faith).

Christ’s question in today’s Gospel (Luke 6:43-49) seems apt:

Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’
but not do what I command?

As good Catholics, of course, we commend the politician’s soul into the hands of a just, loving, and merciful God.

As good Catholics, also, we need to recognize that Christ is asking that same question of us - He is asking that same question of you and me:

Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’
but not do what I command?

Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the living God,
illuminate my path.

Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the living God,
strengthen me to do Your will.

Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the living God,
be merciful to me – a sinner.