Reflections for Sunday 22nd November from Jacquie Brown

Today's Gospel reading is about separating sheep from goats.  As I had goats for a few years, I should be able to tell the difference, but sometimes it is harder than you think!  Here are a few hints that might help. The easiest way to tell a goat from a sheep is that a goat's tail usually sticks up in the air but a sheep's tail hangs down. If sheep have horns, they are usually curved. A goat's horns are less curved. Sheep usually have fluffy wool that must be sheared, while goats usually have flatter hair.
The point of this lesson is not that doing good things will get people to heaven. The point is, if we truly belong to Jesus, we will show love for others as Jesus shows love for us. That is how Jesus can tell his sheep from the goats.  
Maybe our neighbours will need some help from us at this time, both material help or a chat.
Our Father, help us to show love for others as you show love for us. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.