Be Careful with Your Yes

Author: Chrisma C. Bangaoil
Every day, we face choices. What are we saying "yes" to—temporary pleasures or Christ’s mission? Choose wisely, as your "yes" can lead to destruction or salvation.
Reflection Date: December 9, 2024 Monday of the Second Week of Advent
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Daily Readings: Genesis 3:9-15, 20; Ephesians 1:3-6, 11-12; Luke 1:26-38

Every day, in our waking hours, we are confronted with choices—to be or not to be. To do the right thing or to do otherwise. To give or not to give. To be silent or to fight back. To tell the truth or to lie. To be kind or not. The list is endless.

We encounter many very attractive offers that are difficult to resist. On the other hand, we are also presented with mission opportunities that are difficult to accept.

Today’s readings and solemnity show us the right reason to say "yes." Eve said "yes" to the attractive offer of the devil, while Mary said "yes" to the mission entrusted to her, even though it meant danger to her life.

How about us? What have we been saying "yes" to—fleeting pleasures and conveniences, or partaking in Christ’s mission?

Be careful with your "yes." It can either lead to your destruction, as it did for Eve, or to your salvation, as it did for Mary.

A Call to Action for Catholic Living: Choose your "yes" wisely. Say "yes" to Christ’s mission, even when it’s challenging, and find true fulfilment on His path.