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December 9, 2022Whose expectations do we try to live up to? Society often wants us to dance to the tune played by the loudest crowd, and resists when we sing our own song instead. The options presented to us are to be labeled as possessed or as gluttons and drunkards – which do we choose? We don’t need to constantly fast like John the Baptist, but we also shouldn’t continually feast. We need to be firmly rooted in the commandments of God, like a tree planted near running water. If we are, then God will pour his prosperity over us like a river, and we will remain strong and steadfast in his love. Christ tells the crowds that Wisdom is vindicated by her works – that Wisdom can grow within us and lead us in the way we should go, if only we allow ourselves to delight in the law of the Lord.
Throughout the Advent season, we are constantly reminded of the cry of John the Baptist, “Prepare the way of the Lord!” Do we take the time to prepare for the coming of Christ? By following the advice of the Psalm, and meditating on the Word of God, we can become firmly rooted in Christ, and so allow him to teach us what is good and guide us on the way we should go. Let’s spend just a couple minutes in prayer each day and night. It could be as simple as turning off the radio for the first few minutes of the daily commute, and asking God to grant Wisdom and understanding, and to help prepare his way in our hearts. Then, we will not be swept away like the wicked, but will prosper, with the Lord watching over us.
