Matthew
11:11-15
Today’s Gospel reading from Matthew presents to us
John the Baptist. He stands in the
desert, preaching a message that calls us to look for the coming of the Savior
both in our daily lives and in the future.
John invites us to conversion and hope through the witness of our
lives. Today’s scriptures can open our
hearts to God’s presence as we accept the invitation to be still and await the richness of God’s gift given to us in
Jesus Christ. During this season of
Advent we seek to welcome Christ our Light into our hearts. The scripture readings fill us with longing
as we stop to reflect and prepare to receive the Light that comes to us both at
Christmas and in the present moment.
“The people who walked in darkness have seen a Great Light. A Light that is for all people” (Is. 9:2).
Saint John of the Cross whose feast we celebrate today
was attuned to the season of Advent.
Speaking about God’s unconditional love which is available to us he
writes, “Where there is not love, pour love in, and you will draw love out.” Another Saint, Teresa of Calcutta, reflects
the call we have during Advent, “Don’t look for big things, just do small
things with great love.…It is not how much you do, but how much love you put
into doing that counts.” Blessed Pauline
in her writings expresses our call during the season of Advent. “We must open our hearts and touch the world
with love.” And, “Do not bear the name
Christian Charity in vain. Embrace all
people with sincerest love. If I have
love I have enough.”
Jesus, Light of the World, as I continue to walk with
You during this Advent season give me a heart open to Your gentle invitation to
love. Help me to stay awake and allow
the love of God to shine through me to each person I meet today.
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