Friday of the Second Week of Advent

Reflection Questions

"I, the Lord, your God, teach you what is for your good, and lead you on the way you should go."  How has God lead you on the way you should go?  How have you seen wisdom in what God has taught you?

"He is like a tree planted near running water, that yields its fruit in due season, and whose leaves never fade.  Whatever he does, prospers."  What is it that you "place yourself next to" that gives you life and helps you prosper?  What gives you inspiration and wisdom in the ways God wants you to "grow"?  How can you be near this source of wisdom (Scripture, an important person, prayer books, Mass) more frequently this Advent season?

"But wisdom is vindicated by her works."  How have you seen the impact of wise choices play out in your life?  What does a wise person "look like"? 
Prayer

God of wisdom, please teach us the ways we should go and help us realize the goodness and love contained in Your teaching.  Help us gain wisdom and be inspired by living sources that will draw us closer to You.  May we be a source of goodness and wisdom to those around us, especially by our example and our "fruits" of that wisdom.  This Advent season, may we realize even more deeply that You long for us to prosper, grow, and love in the ways that You hope for us to live.  Those who follow you, Lord, will have the light of life.
Scripture

First Reading: Isaiah 48:17-19
Psalm: 1:1-4, 6
Gospel: Matthew 11:16-19

Daily Scripture readings can be found online at the USCCB website