all flesh shall see it together

First Reading: Psalm: Gospel:

Isaiah 40:1-11 Psalm 96:1-3, 10-13 Matthew 18:12-14

Isaiah 40:5  And the glory of the LORD shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together, for the mouth of the LORD has spoken."

I have always found this passage interesting.  How can all flesh "see" it (Christ's glory) together?

Well, first of all, since all "flesh" will "see" this would appear to be a physical revelation rather than metaphorical. So, how can we all see his glory together?  Well, the only thing that I can think of is the Eucharist. His body and blood embodied in the bread and the wine.  We all see his glory and since this is present in all times and places wherever Christians gather, we all see it together.  Later in the passage Isaiah tells us that he will feed his flock.  How does he feed us?  With bread and wine.

Father, help me by your Holy Spirit to see your glory embodied in the bread and the wine.  Make these elements become for me you body and blood so that I might share in your glory through you sacrificial act.

Amen