Saturday of the First Week of Advent
Mystery of the day: Joyful
Theme: He will heal the wounds inflicted by his blow.
Table of the Word
Isaiah 30: 19-21, 23-26
Matthew 9: 35-38, 10:1, 5-8
Reflection:
In the course of today’s liturgy of the Word, the Gospel pericope reminds us of Jesus' compassion and concern for the harvest, symbolizing the souls needing salvation (cf. Matthew 9:35-38, 10:1, 5-8). He calls his disciples to share in this salvific mission; so that no soul may lost, except the one that wish so. Still on Isaiah's prophecy, the first reading speaks of God's promise to guide and protect his people, restoring their joy and prosperity (cf. Isaiah 30:19-21, 23-26).
This therefore called to mind the need for preparation for the way of the Lord as one of those called to work in His vineyard. Though there are many workers , but more are needed. That is why Christ in the course of His public ministry called for collaboration among the disciples for effective ministry for effective conversion.
On the other hand, the prophecy of Isaiah reiterates the compassionate nature of God, who in time will restore the joy and prosperity of His people.
Moreover, as we are longing for this day in joyful hope, let us be kindfulnof the fact thatvGod is always at work and will continue to handle the steering of ourbfaith journey till we all reach the final destination in Him. + May the Lord in His mercy bless His words in our hearts. Amen.
Let us pray
O God, who sent your Only-Begotten Son into this world to free the human race from its ancient enslavement, bestow on those who devoutly await him the grace of your compassion from on high, that we may attain the prize of true freedom. Through our Lord Jesus Christ your Son who lives and reigns world without end. Amen.
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