Friday of the 1st week of Advent 

Isaiah 29:17-24
Psalm 26(27):1,4,13-14
Matthew 9:27-31

Today’s gospel highlights Jesus’ role in announcing God’s reign, especially for those in need. We see the blind finding Jesus, being nourished, and healed. Do you believe He can do more for you? His healing works beyond external struggles—blindness, failure to love, or incompleteness.

Small efforts can be transformed by Jesus into effective ones. This urges us to trust Him, as His mission grows through our giving. We’re reminded to seek mercy, like the blind men. The Sacraments offer grace, compassion, and call us to serve. Trust in Jesus removes spiritual blindness, washes away sins, and brings satisfaction and serenity in His presence.

Fr Joseph Osho