Christ the King: Prophet, Priest, and Royal King

In this sermon, Father Stuart Bates provides an extensive overview of Christ the King Sunday, focusing on the identity of Jesus as the Anointed One (Messiah/Christ) who perfected the roles of the Old Covenant. The central theme explores the three-fold ministry of Christ as Prophet, Priest, and King, establishing Him as the ultimate Word of God, the sinless High Priest who offered Himself as the final sacrifice, and the eternal King who reigns over creation. Following this explanation, the homily asserts that baptized believers become members of the royal family of God, having been rescued from darkness and transferred into the kingdom of the Son. Through this divine relationship, Christians are called to participate in Christ's ministry by acting as prophetic people, embracing their role in the priesthood of all believers through the Eucharist, and utilizing their given authority for God's glory. Finally, the teaching underscores that the royal inheritance demands walking the royal path alongside Christ, a journey that includes the acceptance of suffering and sacrifice.

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