The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. As it is written in Isaiah the prophet: “Behold, I send My messenger ahead of You, Who will prepare Your way” (Mark 1:1-2)
The Lord, who knows the beginning from the end, has prepared us in order that we may receive the Good News of salvation which comes through the only begotten and anointed Son, Jesus. We too are a part of preparing the way for others to receive the good news of the Gospel. Everyone is a messenger. The question is, what is the message that is being shared? Share the Gospel with others that they may receive what You have received.
Lord, I come to You because messengers have come to me. Prepare me to be a messenger of the Gospel so that others will have the opportunity to receive salvation as I have received it from You. Guide me ever deeper into the mystery of the revelation of the Good News which You have brought for all. Lead all the faithful through this world to humbly come into Your presence now and forever.
Lord Jesus, Son of God and Eternal Savior, the way was prepared before me, first by You and then by others. Help me to be a part of Your kingdom and continue to prepare the way so that others may receive what You have given me. You have given the words of eternal life. Help me to speak those words, live those words, and abide in the truth of Your eternal presence now and forever. Amen.
