Gospel: Mark 13:33-37
Be alert and watch, for you don’t know when the time will come.
When a man goes abroad and leaves his home, he puts his servants in charge, giving to each one some responsibi¬lity; and he orders the doorkeeper to stay awake.
So stay awake, for you don’t know when the Lord of the house will come, in the evening or at midnight, when the cock crows or before dawn. If he comes suddenly, do not let him catch you asleep. And what I say to you, I say to all: Stay awake!”
Reflection:
Today is the start of Advent season, a new liturgical year. The readings for today invite us to be alert and be ready for the judgment day will be upon us though we do not know when. The present time is a time to prepare for it. The best preparation is to repent and beg for God’s mercy.
Lord, help us to be alert and stay awake as we wait for your second coming of your Son. Maranatha, come Lord Jesus!
