Christ continues to suffer insults even at the hands of Catholics who while believing in His benefits, repay them with great ingratitude. "My soul is sorrowful unto death!" This was Christ's complaint on the Cross when He received absolutely no consolation from anyone, not even His closest disciples. Christ experiences this same indifference even today at the hands of several classes of people.
We should consider the sentiments of Christ upon being rejected by His very own people for whom He became man. Christ preached His doctrine and performed miracles in their midst. For all this He received in return nothing but persecution. He was condemned to be scourged, mocked and crucified.
We should also consider today the sentiments of the Sacred Heart of Jesus upon receiving such harsh treatment from heretics. Consider all those who deny His Real Presence in the Blessed Eucharist.
Finally, we should consider those who do believe and yet remain cold or indifferent toward Him in the Blessed Sacrament of the Altar. The First Friday of the month is an opportunity to renew our love for Christ in the Blessed Sacrament. We should make it a point to visit our Lord and make reparation.
Sincerely in Christ,
Rev. Jeffery A. Fasching
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