Fear seized them all, and they glorified God, exclaiming, “A great prophet has arisen in our midst,” and “God has visited his people.” (Luke 7:16 NABRE)
Luke remarks that God has visited his people. He makes the same remark in the Canticle of Zachariah. (Luke 1:68) Recall that Zachariah was Elizabeth's husband, John the Baptist's father.
Let us never forget that God has indeed visited us. The person of Jesus, son of Mary and Joseph, is our Lord and God. He dwelt among us, raised the son of a carpenter about two thousand years ago. And during his visit with us, he did some truly astounding things, miracles that at times raised questions, fear, excitement, and confusion. With the benefit of hindsight, we are fortunate to be able to reflect on these events in a wider context.
Today, I will remember that God indeed visited his people.
Saint Ansgar, patron of Denmark, known as the “apostle of the north,” pray for us.
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