In the Gospel, we meet a discouraged and dejected John the Baptist, (MT 11: 2-11). He sent his disciples to ask Jesus, “Are you the one who was to come, or should we expect someone else?”
Even though John the Baptist would not be released from Herod’s prison, the Kingdom of God was still advancing. With patience, we can be sure that God will not disappoint us. We are rejoice to know a day is coming when “sorrow and mourning will flee.”
Our situation in life may not have changed but, by the grace of God, all our sorrow and mourning will become something beautiful.
St. James gives us helpful instruction in our Advent time of waiting for God to keep all His promises: “Be patient, until the coming of the Lord.” We need patience in order for our faith not to fail us and “make our hearts firm” in our waiting and to seek virtue.
There is no better way to get ready for Christmas. The Lord who is about to come will make all things possible and will make us happy.
“Lord, come and save us” (Psalm 145).
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