Wednesday of 2nd Week of Advent, December 11, 2024

Reflection on the WORD

“God’s Compassionate Love” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaimed that God’s Love is full of Compassion for those who are suffering.As such, when we are in great need, we are to go to Jesus to receive His Divine Consolations and Care. Ponder on, “God will never fail us; as He feels and suffers with us, in our pains and trials because He Loves us.”

Matthew 11:28-30

Jesus exclaimed: ‘Come to me, all you who labour and are overburdened, and I will give you rest. Shoulder my yoke and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Yes, my yoke is easy and my burden light.’

Today's Pointers on God's Word

As you read the passage what words, phases or meanings caught your attention?

  • Jesus said, “Come to me all you who labour and are overburdened, and I will give you rest. . . . my yoke is easy and my burden light.” 
  • Do you take what Jesus said in today’s Gospel seriously?  Do you really believe that He can relieve you from your problems, pain and even sins? 
  • If we keep close to Christ we will truly experience our burdens and crosses in life to be “easy and light,” as they all take on a different meaning.  Ponder on this Truth for a few moments and try to sense what the Holy Spirit is trying to say to you.