Prepare the way of the Lord

Prepare the way of the Lord

By Rosanna Aures

On Dec. 1, we will celebrate the First Sunday of Advent.

Advent is also a season of preparation, not just in outward decorations or festive gatherings but in the preparation of our hearts. It challenges us to make room for Christ amid the clutter of our lives. This preparation calls us to repentance, to reorient our priorities, and to clear the distractions that keep us from fully receiving God's presence.

Waiting is at the heart of Advent, and in today’s fast-paced world, waiting can feel like an uncomfortable pause in productivity. Yet, Advent reminds us that waiting is not idle; it is active. It invites us to cultivate patience and trust, to believe in what we cannot yet see. Like the prophets who awaited the Messiah, we, too, learn to embrace the sacred tension of living between the "already" of Christ’s birth and the "not yet" of His return.

How do we wait for the birth of the Messiah? Are we ready to greet Him with open and humble hearts? What concrete actions do we take in our preparation?
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