During the liturgical season of Advent, as Catholics we prepare our hearts for the second coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, doing penance for our sins and being austere to avoid falling into temptation that will take us away from that eternal dwelling that the Lord has reserved for us in heaven. (John 14:2), but neither should we fall into a gloomy mentality, because the Lord will come victorious and full of glory to reign over Heaven and Earth (CCC 1043), and His kingdom will have no end (Luke 1:32-33).
That is why our Holy mother Church teaches us that we must also rejoice during this time of preparation, through “Gaudete” Sunday, the third Sunday during Advent, this is a Sunday of rejoicing, because the Lord is at hand. Let us be filled with joy because we will overcome sin and eternal death through Jesus Christ, King of the universe and redeemer of the world.
Let us joyfully participate in the banquet with which Jesus Christ offers us eternal life (John 6:58). Let us do good works for the benefit of our brothers in Christ, and thus bear good fruit in the eyes of God (Matthew 7:15-20). Let us keep the Bible as a source of continuous reference and let us participate in the joy of the gospel (Evangelii Gaudium 5).
Let us rejoice in the Lord always. Let our gentleness be evident to all. Let us not be anxious about anything, but in every situation by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God (Philippians 4:4-6).