During this season we are to
watch our actions and our thoughts in preparation for the Birth of Jesus
Christ. We follow the teachings of the Lord in order to prepare
ourselves and allow the light to enter us. During this time we amplify
the good we do for others and turn away from the evil and temptations
in our surroundings. We separate ourselves from people who we know do
only harm rather than good for us. We should give gratitude for what we have
and not judge others based on what they have. When walking our own
path to goodness, the Lord sees everything that one does and one does not
have to show it off to others to receive validation. It is mentioned
that the Lord is “like a tree planted near running water” and would
“yield fruit in due season.” I got the notion that through all the good
deeds, especially during this Advent season, the Lord would bring forth
the blessings at the right time. We must also look into ourselves and
examine what is it about us that we find would hinder the light from
being able to enter us fully. Yes, we are excited for the coming of our
Saviour, but we have to realize that there are still different things
that prevent us from allowing Jesus Christ into our lives. Things such
as distractions and other barriers that are preventing the light and
goodness to seep through. The wickedness is easily banished and we can
protect ourselves from all of this by just following the way of the
Lord. Knowing who you are and what you represent is important during
this season because we want to be in our purest form so that we might allow light and
goodness into our lives. We shouldn’t stay stagnant and do nothing about our
wrongdoings. We must be actively doing good not just during the Advent
season but throughout our daily lives.
Janeen Rico '23
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