The Seriousness of Responsibility
The Seriousness of Responsibility
The priesthood is not merely a profession; it is a responsibility.
It is the responsibility of a person who will give an account for every soul under his care. His duty, as required by God, is to lead every soul to salvation. He is responsible not only for those who come to church, but even more so for those who do not.
With this responsibility comes accountability.
“Give an account of your stewardship” (Luke 16:2). Thus God says to everyone entrusted with the work of ministry and pastoral care. If he saves a soul, he will receive its reward. But if a soul perishes because he failed to visit it, neglected its care, taught it inadequately, or showed no concern for it—what will the Lord say?
He will bring him before that solemn judgment:
“That wicked man shall die in his iniquity; but his blood I will require at your hand” (Ezekiel 33:8).
O father priest, how much blood will God require from your hands? On that day, you will not be able to offer any excuse.
