Malachi 3:1-4, 23-24 / Luke 1:57-66
Things happen for a reason.
Usually we are able to find or give the reason.
But there are things that happen, and we can find the reason or give a reason.
In such instances, then let us prepare to receive a divine revelation.
In the gospel, the people expect the baby to be called Zechariah, after his father.
But his mother Elizabeth insisted that the baby be called John.
And his father Zechariah confirmed it in writing.
The people were astonished and they were filled with awe.
And they wondered what the child will turn out to be.
So when things happen and we cannot find an immediate reason, let us ponder and reflect.
The reason will be revealed to us in God’s time.
That is the mystery of life, and we will be in awe when we encounter the mystery of God.