Feast of the Presentation of the Lord

Who is this king of glory? It is the Lord! Lift up, O gates, your lintels; reach up, you ancient portals, that the king of glory may come in!

God will not force Himself into our lives. He may be a king, but He will not break down the doors to our hearts if they are barred. Instead, He will camp just outside our gates and patiently wait for us for as long as it takes for us to either let Him in or for us to ruin ourselves utterly. He brings with Himself gifts and graces. He brings with Himself acts of charity and mercy. He brings with Himself faith, hope, and love. He wants to enter into us to bring blessings, tidings of joy, and salvation. It is up to us to unbar our gates and let Him in with open arms and voices raised in thanksgiving and praise.

Are our hearts open to God? Are we ready for Him to come into us and set up His Kingdom? How can we be more welcoming to Him and His Divine Will?

O Lord, you are our king enter into our bodies, minds, hearts, and souls.

Amen.