The apocalyptic Scripture passages at the end of the liturgical year tell us humanity is capable of screwing it up so badly only God can save us.
Such thoughts can lead us to despair, to give up and do nothing. I confess to being tempted to despair.
But as Christians we believe Christ did not just come to save us. He came to call us to join him in working for the establishment of his Father’s kingdom, his Father’s reign. We are called to continue his mission on earth, not just wait passively to join him in heaven.
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