Thirty-fourth Sunday in OT ‘B’ Solemnity of Christ the King

This Sunday marks the end of the Church's liturgical year with the Solemnity of Christ the King. It's a time to reflect on Christ's victory and reign in Heaven, and what it means for us here and now. When we embrace Christ as our leader, allowing His love and peace to guide our daily lives, we find true fulfillment.

The First Reading from the Book of Daniel introduces the mysterious “Son of Man,” who Jesus later identifies with, coming in divine glory and eternal dominion.

Today’s Responsorial Psalm (Ps 93) shouts out “The Lord is King,” recognizing the God of Israel as the supreme ruler of all creation.

In the Second Reading from Revelation, we visualize the risen Christ amid the clouds as the Alpha and the Omega—the beginning and the end of everything.

In today's Gospel, Jesus stands before Pilate declaring His kingship but makes it clear that His kingdom is not of this world. Unlike earthly rulers who dominate, Jesus leads through service, rooted in truth, not physical force. His kingdom is built on love, humility, and the Beatitudes—the essence of God’s reign.

Jesus came to reveal the truth about God’s love for us, about Himself as the Son of God, and about our identity as beloved children of God. Both the Old and New Testaments are filled with texts affirming Jesus as King.

Christ is our spiritual leader Who governs with truth and love. Our loyalty to Jesus is shown through our commitment to living out these values—serving others with selfless, forgiving love and standing in solidarity with the marginalized.

While the idea of emperors and kings with real power might seem like something out of history books, Christ's reign is very much alive today. He is the King of the Universe and the King of our hearts. His throne is the Cross, and the Sermon on the Mount is His guiding principle. As citizens of His kingdom, we follow one main law: “Love God with all your being, and love others as I have loved you.” Jesus’ love is selfless, compassionate, forgiving, and unconditional. His mission is not just to rule but to free us from all kinds of bondage, enabling us to live in peace and joy now, and to promise us a share in eternal life.

So, let’s let Christ's love rule our hearts and guide our lives, making His kingdom visible through our actions every day.