Monday of the 2nd week of Advent (Year I)
Isaiah 35:1-10 | Psalm 84(85):9-14(Advent) | Luke 5:17-26
But as the crowd made it impossible to find a way of getting him in, they went up on to the flat roof and lowered him and his stretcher down through the tiles into the middle of the gathering, in front of Jesus. Seeing their faith he said, ‘My friend, your sins are forgiven you.’ (Luke 5:19-20)
Oh, to have friends who are willing to put themselves out for your health, or when you’re in despair and thinking of ending it all, or when you’re just in need of some friendly company.
Then again, the best way to get such friends is to be such a friend to others.
Just saying.
Lord, open our eyes to those around us who are suffering, who are in need of consolation or help. Give us the strength and conviction to stretch out our loving arms, and to offer whatever assistance we can. Amen.