Reflection/Homily for Friday of the 34th Week in Ordinary Time 1st December 2023
Reflection/Homily for Friday of the 34th Week in Ordinary Time 1st December 2023 Daniel 7:2-14. Daniel 3:53,54,55,56,57,58,59. Luke 21:29-33. In the first reading, we have the apocalyptic vision of Daniel. This vision brings to our mind the end time and the ultimate realisation of the kingdom of God. These visions are not meant to frighten or scare us. They are meant to lead us us to God with a sincere conversion and true repentance. We must keep away from sin and be prepared to meet our Lord whenever He returns. Even though we are not certain of when this will take place, the truth remains that He will come back again. Today's Gospel features the parable of the fig tree. It can tell Jesus' disciples by simple observation that summer is near. In our own time, the first rains are signs for farmers to start preparing their crops for the next farming season. To prepare adequately to give a good account of our stewardship here on earth before God, every Christian must learn how ...