December 19th
Mystery of the day: Luminous
Table of the Word:
Judges 13:2-7, 24-25a
Luke 1:5-25
Theme: Steadfast Faith and Obedience.
Reflection
Today's readings invite us to reflect on the themes of faith, obedience, and miracle.
In the first reading, Judges 13:2-7, 24-25a, we read the story of the birth of Samson, a miraculous child born to a barren woman who coparticipated with God's grace.
The gospel pericope taken from Luke 1:5-25 has the story of the announcement of the birth of John the Baptist, another miraculous child born to a barren woman.
However, the two readings gives an account of what could be referred to as: "steadfast faith and obedience," These virtues are characterised with hope amidst uncertainty. The figures higlighted in the two readings were all lost in the ocean of despair, as conditions surrounding them were hopeless. But with God all things is possible, through their faith and obedience to God, every impossibility became possible.
Beloved in Christ Jesus, in what ways can we demonstrate faith and obedience in our life even when faced with challenging circumstances? Do we also open to unexpected ways for God to work in our life?
Finally, let us therefore ponder on these questions then carefully answer them; for it is in doing this that we can vividly say: "Here we are waiting in anticipation for the coming of the Lord." + May the Lord bless His Words in our heart.
Let us pray
O God, who through the child-bearing of the holy Virgin graciously revealed the radiance of your glory to the world, grant, we pray, that we may venerate with integrity of faith the mystery of so wondrous an Incarnation and always celebrate it with due reverence. Through our Lord Jesus Christ your Son who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit God forever and ever. Amen
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