Reflection. Lk 1,39-45

Today’s passage from the Gospel can direct my attention to various relationships in my life. Maria rushed to Elizabeth because she found someone who perceived what happened in her life, what happened under her heart, who “heard” her even without words, understood her, and knew how to please her. Maria and Elizabeth are my role models for how we should help each other, encourage each other, and give each other additional strength and courage. Their beautiful relationship is a challenge for spouses to understand what kind of gift they should be for each other. It is also a challenge for parents to find the greatest treasure of their lives in their children and enjoy them.

Every day, I get many opportunities to meet Jesus in another person. I will learn to enjoy every meeting, family, neighborhood, work, or friendship. And just as Mary carried Jesus under her heart, I also had the opportunity to bring Jesus in my heart to the people around me. I will open my spiritual eyes, and in these pre-Christmas days, I will try to let the light of Jesus “shine” through me as much as possible. So that people feel peace, love, joy, and acceptance through me. Who will I bring Jesus to today?
Lord, let me be a light to all around.