Advent, Matthew, and being awake...

We begin another liturgical year with Evangelist Matthew. Matthew reminds us that the Kingdom of Heaven is more valuable than any treasure on earth. Advent reminds us to be aware of anything that keeps us from our Christian potential. At times this will be our own sinfulness. Reconciliation is a must so we can then offer reconciliation to an injured world. Seeing clearly with the eyes of Christ will conform our hearts and the hearts of others who live in darkness. Yeah, Christ's gift of peace, Isaiah's prophecy is my goal this Advent. What about you?