Advent 2011
The spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me, because the LORD has anointed me; he has sent me to bring glad tidings to the poor, to heal the brokenhearted,… to announce a year of favor from the LORD and a day of vindication by our God.
Isaiah 61:1-2
Oh what a wonderful time of year it is! When I read the above passage from today’s reading I feel such joy! I feel as if truly the spirit of the Lord GOD is upon ME! I feel He is calling upon me personally to bring glad tidings to the poor and to try to heal the brokenhearted—to try to make a difference in the world. Read this passage over again… How does it speak your heart? Do you hear the voice of Jesus? Do you feel the warmth of the Spirit as you ponder these words?
Advent is a time of quiet reflection. Every year it gets harder and harder to find that quiet place in my life and in my mind so that I can reflect upon Advent scripture readings and listen to God’s Word… but we must try to listen with all our heart amidst all the distractions the world puts in front of us. God gave us His Son to bring glad tidings to the poor and heal the broken-hearted. Jesus, however, did not intend for His mission on earth to end when He gave Himself up on the cross—It is WE who must carry on Hs mission until He returns again in the fullness of time. It is WE who must help the poor, needy, and brokenhearted. It is WE, one at a time and all together, who will make a difference in the world. Think about it… How will you make a difference this year?
God Bless, Holly Clark
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