The Bible follows a person and his transformation. It usually begins with the experience of being called or chosen. Let us recall the stories of certain people. They speak of Moses, Abraham, and Sarah, and of David, Jeremiah, Jonah, and Isaiah. There is also Israel itself. Much later, Peter and Paul appear, and above all, there is Mary. God always chooses a person. That is why, after the address: Do not be afraid, it is said: I will be with you” (cf. Ex 3:11). God’s election does not mean that God prefers someone or that someone is more worthy than others. Paul emphasized that the Jewish people were chosen once and for all: “It is not you who bear the root, but the root you” (Rom 11:16-18).
It is necessary to pray to the Lord of the harvest. Even today, there is a lack of workers who would show people the way to God. On the path to salvation, one cannot do without them. Today’s world is full of sick, disappointed, lost and unhappy people who need help.
Let us not think that we are too small. The ruler of Israel would come from Bethlehem, the smallest city in Judea (cf. Micah 5:1-2). Let us also remember the meeting in Ain Karin: Who am I, that the mother of my Lord comes to me? Elizabeth said to herself. Let us not ask ourselves, ‘Who am I?’ But instead: I am dreamed of, intended by God, and in the heart of God… We are preparing for the feast of the Nativity of God, so let us let life “jump” inside joy.
Light is an inconspicuous and magical word that subconsciously brings a smile to our faces. Light brings something good into our lives: energy, strength, joy, and a positive mood. Light also has its place in God’s order… A young man’s observation: “I reached into the inside pocket of my father’s jacket and felt something solid there. I took out a small booklet. It was the one he had used for years, the New Testament. He gave the attendant this booklet at every gas station. Even when dining at a restaurant, he invariably left a copy there along with a gratuity for the waiter. Without a word, my father showed us what mattered most to him. He knows the Lord and believes others should also have the chance to meet Him. He never knew the impact those booklets had on those to whom he gave them. He just wanted to be faithful to his calling to spread the word of God. Even in the season of Advent, we are sent to prepare the way for the Lord by faithfulness.
