Spending Advent With Mary, The Mother Of Jesus
Mary’s Grace
Reflection
Each of us receives God’s grace at the moment of our conception. Mary did, too. But in her case, we believe, this grace was so great that it allowed her to become the mother of Jesus. Mary’s Grace was sufficient that she could embrace the unknown, the mysterious will of God. She was able to say Let it be done…”
We all share in this grace. It is the awesome power of God, present within us, lighting our way, enlightening us with faith, guiding and forming us as Christians. Mary is the ultimate model
for us, the one whom we aspire to be like. When we hear the voice of God,calling us to do what is loving, and to avoid sin and evil, we know we have the grace to say, as she did, “Let it be done…”
Share with others or ponder alone
When have you experienced the power of God, empowering you to love and do good?
Take action
We must become conscious of God’s grace in our lives, just as Mary did. Today, spend time in quiet preparation for Christmas, making a list of the ways in which God’s grace is present in your own life.
Prayer for today
God of Strength and Grace, I need your wisdom in order to
see the many ways in which you are saving me through grace. Give me today the
insight to see you more clearly. Amen.
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Author: Bill Huebsch