Facing Reality

When the Rich Young Ruler of the synagogue approaches Christ, he comes not in worship or humility, but to tempt Him with flattery and gain His approval. But Christ turns away his deceit and exposes the reality of his fallen ways. As we approach Nativity, Bp. Irineos reflects on how we often tempt Christ with our approaches and how it is the coming Incarnation which fulfilled all we lack in our efforts to gain eternal life.