December 15, 2024

By Rev. Fr. Edgar B. Brillantes

FOCUS: The Lord rejoices over us.
According to the prophet Zephaniah, the Lord rejoices – yes rejoices – over us in gladness, and Saint Paul says to have no anxiety at all. If we trust in the unconditional love God has for us, our hearts and minds will know the true peace that only he can give.

First Reading: Zephaniah 3:14-18
In the first reading, Zephaniah foretells the restoration of Jerusalem when the King of Israel, the Lord, will be in their midst.

Second Reading: Philippians 4:4-7
Paul instructs the Philippians to rejoice in the Lord always, for the Lord is near.

Gospel: Luke 3:10-18
In the Gospel, John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus by baptizing and preaching the Good News.