“He said in reply, Elijah
will indeed come and restore all things; but I tell you that Elijah has
already come, and they did not recognize him.” - Matthew 17:11-12
In today’s readings there is a theme that permeates throughout the scripture: preparedness.
In the first reading, Elijah is presented to us as this awe-inspiring
being whose words and actions inspire transformation of families and
society. In the Gospel, Jesus states that this being came and no one
recognized him, no one saw him; a lost opportunity. As I reflect on
this, I think about life-transforming opportunities that may come our
way and how our busy lives may prevent us from being aware of such
occasions. As the great microbiologist Louis Pasteur states: “in the
fields of observation, chance favors only the mind which is prepared.” Our minds need to be prepared for the chance encounter, the chance
opportunity that can change everything. Preparation starts with
reflection and a self-awareness of who you are, what you value, and
where you want to go. Know that the course may change and be at peace
with that. Use your mistakes as lessons and your successes as
opportunities to advance. In this season of Advent, do not leave
anything up to chance, prepare for wonders coming ahead, both the seen
and unseen.
Dr. Victoria Ruiz
Assistant Professor of Biology
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