Fourth Wednesday in Advent

In the tender compassion of our God the dawn from on high shall break upon us, to shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

The Lord is like a lantern in our hands. He shows us just enough to take the next step on the way of peace. Sometimes we hide this lantern or do not follow the path he presents us. We think in our selfish pride that we can find our own way or make our own path, but these only lead to darkness and the shadow of death. God’s tender compassion for us all is the reason for the light He grants us and it is our humility and faithfulness that allow us to accept it. It takes a great deal of trust to walk the way of Jesus Christ. We cannot see where we are going and fear and doubt can creep into our hearts if we are not vigilant. However, if we let go and let God light our next footstep we will be rewarded with a Heavenly Dawn with our God.

Where is God’s Light currently leading us? Are we looking for it or patient enough to wait for it to shine a light on the way God wants us to go? What are the things in our lives which blind us to the light and what can we do to get rid of them?

O Lord, open our eyes so they can see the way of peace you have prepared for us.

Amen.