Monday, October 5, 2026

Scripture

“Go therefore into the main streets, and invite everyone you find to the wedding banquet.” Matthew 22:9

Reflections

Some think that if you take God seriously, you will be miserable.  That couldn’t be farther from the truth.

Jesus likened the kingdom to a king throwing a wedding banquet.  Weddings are joyous occasions.  A wedding banquet thrown by a king would include the best of food in abundance.  The entertainment would be marvelous.  All sorts of people would be talking and laughing and enjoying themselves.

In the parable of the wedding banquet, the king prepares the banquet.  He extends invitations to special honored guests.  The guests found all sorts of excuses not to attend.  The king then opened the occasion to anyone who was available to attend.  Both “good” and “bad” were invited.

This is how it is with God’s kingdom.  Those of high standing are invited.  Those who don’t think much of themselves are also invited.  The banquet celebration is for all who would like to be a part of it.

Being a part of God’s kingdom in this life is a joyous experience.  All are invited.  When Jesus comes to claim his own at the end of time, it will be a joyous occasion beyond compare.

Prayer

Lord God, thank you for the invitation to be a part of your kingdom.  Show me someone this day who does not know that they are invited as well.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Full Reading: Matthew 22:1-14