Devotion:
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Read Luke 12:35-38.
I have read that in some parts of the world the day after Christmas is a holiday. It is a custom that goes back to a time when servants, who had to work on Christmas day, were given a day to visit their families.
It is hard to visualize a master keeping the water goblets full while his servants feasted. It is even harder to imagine the scene Jesus describes in this parable. A master comes home late from a wedding banquet, changes clothes and waits on his servants.
Jesus is the master in this story. When Jesus was born, he came to serve and demonstrate what it means to serve God. Jesus demonstrated this when he wrapped himself with a towel and washed his disciples’ feet. Instead of being served, Jesus emphasized the importance of us serving others. Jesus teaches us that we honor him best when we take the initiative to reach out to those who need help. We must always be ready and aware of when Jesus is calling us to sacrifice on his behalf.
Personal Worship Option:
Dear God, give me the grace to always be watchful and prepared, with my spiritual light on and my heart ready to welcome people that you send my way. Help me live each day in joyful expectation, serving you faithfully and discerning Your presence in all things. Amen.
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