Thursday of the 3rd week of Advent
Gospel Luke 7:24-30
“Yes, I tell you, and much more than a prophet”. In the person of John the Baptist, there is someone more than a prophet. He not only announces the Word of God but also prepares the way before the Lord. We must encounter with him to prepare within us the way for the Lord. We must encounter in the wilderness of prayer John the Baptist, not as reed swaying in the breeze but as strong as that not even tempest can sway it. This determination is that keeps us in the path of the Lord. Not swayed by different breezes in life. Not swayed by different temptations. Not swayed by different opinions. But firm in faith and mission. That makes him the messenger of God. Advent is the time to prepare ourselves by determination to stay in the way of the Lord.
Thursday 15 December
