Consider a positive action you could take or an intention you could bring to realization if you knew that you had unfailing support, love and encouragement. It’s an incredible, provocative thought! How could you open your heart to someone today and give of yourself? Make a phone call. Give a ride. Send a card. Share a meal.

Listen to the words of the prophet Zephaniah (3:17): “He will rejoice over you with gladness.” He will “renew you in his love.” And—this one really amazes me—“he will sing joyfully because of you.”

We have God’s love and support … unconditionally. The Lord is with us, always. He stands by, waiting to catch us, available at a moment’s notice. He watches with pride, bursting with the promise of each of us … the promise of YOU.

Today, rejoice in and share His love. He is with you and joyful because of you and your open heart.

—Suzanne Teleha, Center for Faith and Learning, Mission and Ministry

PS The 2021 Advent reflection is sponsored by the Office of Mission and Ministry, Villanova University.