Here are some of the themes for the readings for the 1st Sunday of Advent.

1st Reading – Jeremiah 33:14-16

• The days are coming when the Lord will fulfill the promise to the house of Israel
• The Lord will bring justice through the shoot of David.

Psalm – 25:4-5,8-9,10,14

• “To you, O Lord, I lift my soul.”
• The psalmist invites the people to seek the Lord, who offers kindness and goodness.

2nd Reading – 1st Thessalonians 3:12-4:2

• Paul blesses the people with an increase in love for one another.
• He then exhorts the people to conduct themselves in a manner pleasing to God.

Gospel – Luke 21:25-28,34-35

• Jesus tells his disciples about the end times and encourages them to be vigilant at all times.
• The Lord further reminds the disciples to pray that they have strength to face their tribulations.

Mass Readings – 1st Sunday of Advent

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