Connect with the deeper meaning of the approaching holidays. Explore in the following verses sources of divine inspiration to reach a greater connection with Christmas.
"My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry." James 1:19
In a world increasingly absorbed by the material and distant from spirituality, it is essential to stop and reflect on our true yearnings and aspirations. Do we strive to be nobler people? Do we seek the affection and support of our loved ones?
Often, we become obsessed with superficial goals and achievements: owning a house, traveling or securing a stable job. But if we dig deeper, we realize that these goals reflect a world devoid of faith, mired in greed and individualism.
It is crucial to recognize that each individual lives unique and unrepeatable experiences; true happiness is only achieved if we embrace others in an inclusive communion. We must reflect on our being, evaluate our character and question the relevance of nurturing superficial values without an authentic faith in life.
"Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?" Luke 6:41
Too often, we are deaf to our needs and the needs of others. We fail to truly listen in conversations or debates, always seeking to be right and to boast of our own knowledge.
Yet true fulfillment is found in solidarity and the desire for the well-being of others. It is about giving opportunities, forgiveness and support. This is the meaning of empathizing with Jesus and following his path of love and peace.
We become the epicenter of our greed, losing sight of the Creator as our compass to true fulfillment. Life is simpler than we sometimes think. Connect with the love of the Heavenly Father and rejoice in his blessings with his son Jesus. The coming celebration of his birth is the only reason and enough to revive the fire of our faith within our hearts.
"I have seen something else under the sun: The race is not to the swift or the battle to the strong, nor does food come to the wise or wealth to the brilliant or favor to the learned; but time and chance happen to them all." Ecclesiastes 9:11
But are we able to recognize other realities in our environment? Do we understand that the inner experiences of each individual are unique and unrepeatable? Can we understand that we will not feel complete if we do not embrace others in an inclusive way?
What do we really long for in our lives? To be better people? To feel the love of our loved ones?
Instead, let us build bridges that lead us from an individual sphere of peace and love to a world without borders, where solidarity is the universal language. Let us respect each other and yearn for the well-being of others. This is what it means to walk with Jesus, offering opportunities, forgiving and supporting one another.
"A happy heart makes the face cheerful, but heartache crushes the spirit." Proverbs 15:13
In this journey toward a deeper purpose in life, let us remember that true fulfillment lies not in the pursuit of material possessions or personal achievements, but in the bonds we create with others through love, compassion and solidarity.
Let us strive to build a world where these values prevail, creating an inclusive and harmonious society for all. Let us continue to build bridges of love and solidarity, embracing a more transcendent meaning in life.
Let us not waste more opportunities for spiritual connection with the Heavenly Father. We are approaching the dates where we can be closer to the Lord. Enjoy your life today and connect fully with the Faith.