“Dismay Before Comfort”
Homily – 2nd Sunday of Advent (B)

John the Baptist calls his people to “Prepare the way of the Lord.”  Isaiah speaks of “Comfort” but only after the people have paid “double” for their sins.  How do we reconcile the purpose of religion with the popular misconception that Christianity is there to give Comfort?

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Scripture Reflection
“Comfort With A Catch”
Scripture Reflection on Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11