Advent Day 16:
The Gift of Patience
People of earlier generations were
far more aware of the slow growth
of nature. We can learn a valuable
lesson in patience from observing
the small signs of growth.
Advent Day 17: Don’t Let
Regret Hold You Back
Reflect on these words of St. Paul:
“Keep on doing the things that you
have learned and received and heard
and seen in me, and the God of
peace will be with you.”
Advent Day 18: You Have
Gifts to Offer
Reflect on this quote from Br. David Steindl-Rast: “The smallest surprise, received gratefully, yields a harvest of delight.”
Advent Day 19:
Simple Presence
As you focus on your breathing, reflect on the
happy and sad times in your life. Let your
mind and heart absorb the truth of this
statement.
Advent Day 20:
All Are Welcome
The spirit of the Lord God is upon me,
because the Lord has anointed me;
he has sent me to bring good news to
the oppressed, to bind up the broken hearted,
to proclaim liberty to the captives, and release
to the prisoners. (Isaiah 61:1–3)
Advent Day 21: Homecoming
Learn something new today about a person or group of people not like you in some way. Even acquiring a little knowledge about others brings us closer together.
Advent Day 22:
God’s Word Fulfilled
At night before you go to bed, make a
conscious effort to ask God to bless those
near and dear to you.
