7th day within the octave of Christmas
Saint Silvester I, Pope
Gospel John 1:1-18
The seventh day within the octave of Christmas invites us to reflect deeply on the profound mystery of the Incarnation as revealed in the Gospel of John. “The Word was the true light that enlightens all men” points to Christ as the ultimate and only source of truth and illumination for humanity. This True Light is not merely a guide for moral living or intellectual understanding but the very essence of divine revelation, illuminating the path to eternal life and communion with God – a personal relationship with God. To become children of God, as the Gospel proclaims, we are called to embrace this Light fully, not merely in thought but through a heartfelt acceptance of Christ’s transformative presence in our lives. The Word made flesh, Jesus, is the living expression of the Father’s love and the true face of the divine, making visible the invisible and drawing us into an intimate relationship with Him. This Light, freely given, dispels the darkness of sin and ignorance, offering every soul the opportunity to partake in the divine life and share in the inheritance of God’s children. In the beauty and joy of the Christmas season, we are reminded that this Light continues to shine in the world, inviting all to open their hearts to its warmth and truth. Let’s reflect: How open am I to receiving the True Light of Christ in my life, allowing it to transform my heart and guide my path toward becoming a true child of God?
Don Giorgio