The evangelist Mark presents a Jesus to us that has power over demons, over nature, over human illness. Do we find that when he calls we always wish to follow — “Your will”?
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A vibrant relationship with God requires waiting
These aren’t just Advent themes, but everyday themes of the spiritual life.
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Through our baptism, have we heard God’s voice speaking to us?
This biblical utterance made to Jesus at his baptism in the River Jordan is repeated over each of us.
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Do we bring our gifts and, by our generosity, discover that we have been far more gifted?
What does the star — the light — reveal to us? Do we discover any new truths about us, about God, about others? Do we bring our gifts and, by gift-giving, discover that we have been far more gifted?
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Can we not believe that in the ‘very ordinary’ God is present?
Can we not believe that in the daily stuff of life that God is working, calling, sending, giving, sustaining? It is not the events of our lives that need to change. It is more the understanding and appreciation that God is there.
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Our Advent journey is almost over, but what has happened to us on the way?
Together, may we discover what the journey has been about. Together, may the journey helps us to discover who we have become.
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It falls to us to announce the second coming of Jesus Christ
And even though we cannot pinpoint a day or exact time, nevertheless, we continue to proclaim the kingdom that is here and now, and the fullness of that kingdom to come.
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Advent is a time of renewal, change of heart
If we ready our spirit for the celebration of the birth of Jesus, we should have a spirit that is open and ready to meet Jesus Christ any way he comes.
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Jesus’ facts alleviate our fears
The apocalyptic literature within the Bible had, as its specific purpose, the task of proclaiming the end times. The specific goal was that in doing so, people would become alarmed and hopefully want to change their lives.
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