John the Baptist is yet another person who gives us an example of what it means to do God’s Will. He might not have been a disciple of Jesus, but he certainly lived a Christ-like life. He proclaimed the Word of God, acted with love and mercy toward others, and ultimately gave his life for what he believed in. He was a good and faithful servant, who prepared the way of the Lord into this world. Although we might not be called to live in a desert and fast as John did, we are called to be prophetic people, evangelizing the world and preparing the hearts of others to receive the Lord more fully. We cannot do that if we do not cultivate a spirit of detachment from the world, seek to rectify our faults, and commit ourselves to proclaiming Jesus’ gospel through our thoughts, words, and works.
How can we lead others to the Lord if we do not take the time to straighten out our own lives? What can we do to prepare the way of the Lord into our lives and the lives of those around us? Are we committed to becoming a faithful servant, no matter what the cost might be?
O Lord, help us to proclaim your gospel and make you present in the world through our loving words and works.
Amen.
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