Not only has God been walking beside you throughout your life and around you in “all things” — God’s love has also been dwelling right within you! Saint Paul reminds us so eloquently of this in his first letter to the Corinthians: “Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you?” (1 Corinthians 6:19). Talk about miracles that we pass by without noticing!
Like Jesus in Mary’s womb, the Spirit of God dwells within our hearts. It’s a gift each of us was given at our baptism (Acts 2:38). Advent is a special time for us to open up our hearts and prepare the sacred space where Jesus’ Spirit dwells within us so that the Spirit can grow and thrive.
Today, shift your focus from God around you to God within you, right here and now in every moment. Begin by observing how God may be moving within you during this time of prayer and then all throughout the day. This is a good practice for us to do daily. God speaks volumes all throughout the Bible, and he continues speaking today. He has much to say to you!
Be still, and begin to listen closely for His voice. What is He saying? How will you respond?
Pray the Advent Prayer..
Click below to play today’s song for reflection.
Prayerfully read 1 Samuel 3.
Consider what questions, worries, or fears you may have about allowing God unreservedly into your heart.
Ask for the grace of a deeper awareness of God’s Spirit dwelling within you, and the ability to recognize and respond to His voice.
Song: Whisper