June 23, 2022 THE NATIVITY OF SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST

Isaiah 49:1-6

Psalm 139

Acts 13:22-26

Luke 1:57-66, 80

…the Lord has spoken, who formed me as his servant from the womb… Isaiah 49:5

“What then, will this child be?”  Luke 1:66

Lord, I read recently that scientists have discovered that a spark of light is emitted when sperm and egg unite to form a new human being. The meaning and the purpose of the light is still unclear but it shows to people of faith the mystery of creation and life. From that moment on, DNA is assembled and we begin to become the image of God. We begin to live out the purpose for which we were made. Just as you gave John the Baptist a special and unique role, we too each have a part to play in God’s unfolding plan of salvation. I too am here for a purpose. I have been given a calling and wonderful gifts to answer that calling.  It may take a long time to become aware of all of what you want for me and I may even, at first, resist. But with your word as guidance, your grace to sustain me and a community of believers to support me, I move onward in your service. I say “yes”, today Lord, to whatever ways I can live my life for you.  Amen.