Jesus said to his disciples:
“There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on earth nations will be in dismay, perplexed by the roaring of the sea and the waves. People will die of fright in anticipation of what is coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. But when these signs begin to happen, stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand.
“Beware that your hearts do not become drowsy from carousing and drunkenness and the anxieties of daily life, and that day catch you by surprise like a trap. For that day will assault everyone who lives on the face of the earth. Be vigilant at all times and pray that you have the strength to escape the tribulations that are imminent and to stand before the Son of Man.”
As we begin the season of Advent, a time of anticipation for deliverance and salvation, may we be always reminded to be vigilant and stay awake.
Heavenly Father,
I humbly ask for a more fervent faith so that I stand firm in virtue. I pray the grace of this time in prayer will benefit all those I encounter today. Help me to remove the stumbling blocks that hinders me from knowing You and serving You.
Give me the strength to do Your will and to invite You into every part of my life. So that one day I will be able to stand before You and hear the words, "good and faithful servant".
In Jesus name, I pray,
Amen.
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