Day Six - Fifth Reflection
Do we joyfully care for God's creation?
The desert and the parched land will exult; the steppe will rejoice and
bloom. They will bloom with abundant
flowers, and rejoice with joyful song. (Isaiah 35.1-2)
What can I do in my life to
remember that I am standing on holy ground, that the elements of earth, air and
water are great gifts that need good stewardship--the responsible care of all
who live on the earth.
The Lord's are the earth and its fullness; the world and those who
dwell in it. For he founded it upon the
seas and established it upon the rivers. (Psalm 24.1-2)
Do I base my purchases on the
principles of basic responsibility to the earth, such as
--the vehicle I drive?
--the products I use?
--the amount of recyclable materials I use?
--the quantity I acquire?
--the vehicle I drive?
--the products I use?
--the amount of recyclable materials I use?
--the quantity I acquire?
Crowned with everlasting joy; they will meet with joy and gladness,
sorrow and mourning will flee. (Isaiah 35.10)
Do I pay attention to the
well-being of all with whom I share the earth?
Am I aware of the sustainability needed to keep a harmonic balance in all of nature?
Do I support public policies which encourage and enforce sustainable stewardship of natural resources?
Am I aware of the sustainability needed to keep a harmonic balance in all of nature?
Do I support public policies which encourage and enforce sustainable stewardship of natural resources?
Conclusion
In what way(s) could I improve my care for God's creation this Advent?
In what way(s) could I improve my care for God's creation this Advent?
Advent Prayer
We thank you and praise you,
Word-Made-Flesh,
for your presence within us, around us, and through us;
for making our world a hallowed, holy place,
for giving a human touch to grace.
Fill our hearts with joy as we enter into the celebration of your birth,
as we welcome you once again,
and as we joyfully await your final coming in glory!
Amen.
for your presence within us, around us, and through us;
for making our world a hallowed, holy place,
for giving a human touch to grace.
Fill our hearts with joy as we enter into the celebration of your birth,
as we welcome you once again,
and as we joyfully await your final coming in glory!
Amen.
Adapted from Joyfully
We Wait--An Advent Examination of Conscience.
Copyright by Twenty Third Publications.
Used with Permission
Copyright by Twenty Third Publications.
Used with Permission
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