👑 Jesus: Priest, Prophet, King

Question 1

What does it mean to say Jesus is a priest?

Answer 1

He offers himself to God in sacrifice and leads people in worship and prayer.

Question 2

What does it mean to say Jesus is a prophet?

Answer 2

He speaks God’s truth and calls people to justice and repentance.

Question 3

What does it mean to say Jesus is a king?

Answer 3

He leads through humble service, protecting and guiding others.

Question 4

How can you live out Jesus’ priestly role?

Answer 4

By praying, participating in the sacraments, and respecting life.

Question 5

How can you live out Jesus’ prophetic role?

Answer 5

By speaking up for justice, truth, and those without a voice.

Question 6

How can you live out Jesus’ kingly role?

Answer 6

By leading with kindness, serving others, and promoting peace.

Question 7

Definitions

Answer 7

• Priest: Offers worship and prayer; bridges God and humanity.
• Prophet: Speaks truth, calls for justice, challenges wrong.
• King: Leads through service and humility, not power.

Question 8

Jesus’ Life as Example

Answer 8

• Priestly: Prays to the Father, offers himself as sacrifice on the Cross.
• Prophetic: Condemns hypocrisy, defends the outcast, teaches truth.
• Kingly: Serves others (washing feet, feeding hungry), leads disciples with love.

Question 9

Apply to Your Life (and Case Studies)

Answer 9

You can live like Jesus when you…
* Priest: Participate in Mass, pray regularly, respect life.
* Prophet: Speak out when someone is being bullied, advocate for fairness.
* King: Lead by example, help those in need, volunteer.
Case studies examples:
* St Oscar Romero: Prophet who defended the poor in El Salvador.
* St Mary MacKillop: Prophet and kingly leader who built schools for the poor.
Sisters of Charity: Continue Jesus’ work in schools, hospitals, missions.