December 1, 2020 Tuesday of the 1st Week of Advent-B
Isaiah 11:1-10
Psalm 72
Luke 10:21-24
A shoot shall sprout…and from his roots a bud shall blossom. Is. 11:1
“Yes Father, such ahs been your gracious will.” Lk. 10:21
Lord, a fire can wipe out an entire forest leaving it charred and barren. But in a miracle of your creation life soon sprouts from the blackened land. What was once destroyed comes to life again better than before. When I go through tragedy, sickness or sin, Lord, my life can look like the aftermath of a forest fire. I’ve been like the landscape of destruction at times. But you never stop pouring forth your grace to bring new life. You never leave me in ruin but continually lead me to growth in the Spirit. It’s the Father’s will that none of us ever lie lost. Your Holy Spirit powerfully provides gifts that can only bring forth new life. I pray for the innocence and trust of a child so I can humbly surrender to you. Jesus, may this Advent be a time for me to grow and mature in love, wisdom, understanding, courage, strength and fear of the Lord. Thanks for never giving up on me. Thank you for the opportunity for your word to penetrate my heart and lead me to new life in you. Amen.