Scripture: Luke 1:52-53
The Lord has brought down the powerful from their thrones, and lifted up the lowly; he has filled the hungry with good things, and sent the rich away empty.
Thought for the Day: Every Advent I come across these words, and I find myself squirming in my chair. As you compare my income and potential power to the average person in the world, I am both rich and powerful. 1.5 billion people live on less than $1.25/day. In those terms, I might be considered among those who God is bringing down and sending away empty. As easy as it is to dismiss that idea, I think it is important to allow the scriptures to make us feel uncomfortable when we have become a bit too comfortable. Though we may not feel very wealthy or powerful within our present context, we need to recognize the responsibility that comes with having what we have. Too often people uncouple their faith from sources of influence. Instead, those are the areas where our faith should be most diligent. It is faith that can both shape and utilize those sources of influence for God’s greater good.
Prayer: Allow what I have, Mighty God, to help lift up the lowly and fill the hungry with good things. Amen.
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