past. With head bowed, aware of its errors and sins, she is unable to display with pride her former glory and power. It is time to listen to the appeal that Jesus makes to all of us. «Wake up», encourage one another. «Lift up your heads» with confidence. Do not look at the future, stuck in your calculations and forewarnings. Your liberation is at hand. One day you will no longer be crushed, oppressed or tempted to discouragement. Jesus Christ is your liberator. But there are ways of living life that