little flock.

“Do not be afraid.”

The words before this, though they are not part of our reading today, are worth reading. “Seek God’s kingdom and all these things will be added to you. Do not be afraid, little flock, for your father has been pleased to give you the kingdom.”

What delightful and amazing and amusing words.

The people following Jesus are to pursue the kingdom. Peter and Judas. John and Thomas. Mary and Mary and Mary.

In the face of earthly kingdoms. In the face of opposition and ...