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for February 23, 2026
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02-23-2026 Matthew 25 v3746 These Will Go Off To Eternal Punishment
The Gospel of Matthew Chapter 25 Verse 37 thru 46
37 Then the righteous will answer him and say, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you drink? 38 When did we see you a stranger and welcome you, or naked and clothe you? 39 When did we see you ill or in prison, and visit you?’ 40 And the king will say to them in reply, ‘Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.’ 41 Then he will say to those on his left, ‘Depart from me, you accursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels. 42 For I was hungry and you gave me no food, I was thirsty and you gave me no drink, 43 a stranger and you gave me no welcome, naked and you gave me no clothing, ill and in prison, and you did not care for me.’ 44 Then they will answer and say, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or ill or in prison, and not minister to your needs?’ 45 He will answer them, ‘Amen, I say to you, what you did not do for one of these least ones, you did not do for me.’ 46 And these will go off to eternal punishment, but the righteous to eternal life.”
Matthew 25:37-46 is a powerful passage that emphasizes the importance of recognizing and serving those who are marginalized and in need. In this scripture, Jesus speaks of the final judgment, where the righteous are separated from the unrighteous based on their actions toward others. The verses highlight the profound truth that our treatment of the least among us—those who are hungry, thirsty, strangers, naked, sick, or imprisoned—reflects our relationship with Christ himself.
When Jesus states, “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me,” he calls us to a radical understanding of compassion. Serving the vulnerable is not merely an act of charity but an expression of our faith and devotion to Christ. Each act of kindness, each moment spent uplifting the downtrodden, becomes a sacred service to Him. This passage challenges our perceptions of worth and dignity, reminding us that every individual matters to God, regardless of their societal status.
As followers of Christ, we are urged to embody His love by actively engaging in the lives of those who suffer. We are called to step out of our comfort zones, to listen to the stories of the marginalized, and to extend our hands and hearts in service. This is not optional; it is the very essence of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus.
In a world that often overlooks the least fortunate, let us strive to remember the calling that lies in our faith. May our eyes be opened, our hearts be softened, and our actions always reflect the love of Christ. For in serving others, we serve Him. Amen.
Join me as we pray our daily prayer of forgiveness. The Lord’s Prayer.
At the Savior’s command and formed by divine teaching, we dare to pray:
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. Deliver us, Lord, we pray, from every evil, graciously grant peace in our days, that, by the help of your mercy, we may be always free from sin and safe from all distress, as we await the blessed hope and the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ. For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours now and forever.
I am sorry Lord. I believe You died and rose for me. Please forgive me as I forgive others. I share You as my Lord and Savior seeking to live your Will in all things. Prayers for wife Toni and my mother Betty pray for our children especially our two oldest Alexandra & Allen Son in Law Mark Stern; Julian, Gabriel and Jeffrey and our grandchildren Oliver, Julian and Elliott. We pray for those we’ve said we’d pray for and those who’ve asked us to pray for them. We pray for the dying as we do each day Lord give them peace in their last breath. NOVENA DAY TWO FOR THE REPOSE OF THE SOUL OF ROY WIGGINS. We pray for Holy Mother Church. Our prayers for our niece Brittany. In Jesus Precious Blood by His Name we pray. Amen.
I am a poet obedient to Christ,
Catholic Evangelist Thomas Cruz†Wiggins
†Spirit led God inspired Christ fed†®
Ephesians 6:17-20
02-23-2026 Matthew 25 v3746
**These Will Go Off To Eternal Punishment**
In times to come, the world will see,
The call to love, from you and me.
When asked, “Lord, when did we embrace?”
“What you did for the least, it was Me you faced.”
For in the hunger, the thirst, the cold,
In the weary heart, the tales of old,
You showed me kindness, a gentle hand,
In every act, you took a stand.
The sick and stranger, the lonely soul,
Each life matters, each story whole.
The least among us, the lost and meek,
To serve them truly is what we seek.
For when we stand ‘fore throne divine,
Our deeds will speak, our hearts align.
Did we reach out, did we provide,
Or turn away, with hearts of pride?
So let our hands be open wide,
To lift up those who’ve been denied.
In every gesture, reflect His grace,
For in serving others, we see His face.
The sheep and goats, a lesson clear,
Compassion warms, dispels all fear.
From the depths of love, let hope arise,
In every heart, let mercy comply.
Remember this as life unfolds,
In each small action, love’s story told.
For in Matthew’s words, we find our way,
To serve, to love, the least in our day. Amen.
© Thomas Joe Cruz†Wiggins
February 23, 2026 @ 04:36 AM EST
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