Advent is a time of preparation. We decorate our homes, we plan for the Christmas feast, we imagine the celebration as we buy gifts and look forward to gathering with those we love.
Today's theme of Peace reminds us that we need to take time to enjoy the break, to listen for the still small voice within. It's a time to be reminded of the promises of God, and to prepare for the renewal of the presence of Jesus in our lives. It's a time to straighten out what has become tangled in our lives, to smooth out our differences, to reach out to others.
We hear the invitation from the prophets and John the Baptist to prepare, not only our homes, but our hearts, so that our world may reflect the light of God's glory, and righteousness and mercy become the purpose of our journey.
