Theme: Comfort my people...
Table of the Word:
Isaiah 40: 1-11
Matthew 18: 12-14
Reflection
Today being Tuesday of the second week of Advent, the week where the virtue of peace becomes the central theme. The liturgy of the word called to mind the essence of peace and its rudiments. It is in line with this that the Gospel pericope presents Jesus' teaching using the parable of the lost sheep, emphasizing the importance of seeking out and saving those who have gone astray to be led where there is peace and solace (cf.Matthew 18:12-14). This parable highlights God's compassion and mercy upon us.
In the second reading, Prophet Isaiah announces the coming of a voice crying out in the wilderness, preparing the way for the Lord (cf. Isaiah 40:1-11). As an exilic writing, an extract from the second Isaiah, the passage called to mind the need for spiritual preparation and repentance, to be received into that abode where peace has built its tent.
However, as we are toiling day and night seeking comfort, peace and solace, we are exhorted to live out the virtue of peace with one another. Reaching out to those in trouble with a message of comfort and reconciling with those who hurt us. It is in doing this that the prophecy of Isaiah in the first reading will certainly have a place in our hearts. Also, let us bear in mind that through our weaknesses and shortcomings, we have become lost and strayed sheep in need of a shepherd who will lead us home. As we continue to wait in joyful hope for His solemn coming, it is pertinent to prepare our hearts and souls by levelling every mountain in our hearts and filling every pothole of malice, envy and hatred in our lives.
+ May the Lord bless His words in our hearts. Amen
Let us pray
O God, who has shown forth your salvation to all the ends of the earth, grant, we pray, that we may look forward in joy to the glorious Nativity of Christ. Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit God God forever and ever. Amen.
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