John 1: 19-27
verses 26-27: “I baptize with water,” John replied, “but among you stands one you do not know. He is the one who comes after me, the thongs of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie.”
John knew his role, his holy assignment while walking the earth. He was to prepare the people for Jesus- to make them ready for Him. He did not try to be something or someone he was not, even though he easily could have. He had people following him around, listening to everything he said, and watching what he did. He was humble, and he was wise.
It is easy to get caught up in the earthly race to “be somebody” or to be someone ”special”. Recognition is nice. But knowing God and his role for me is so much more important. I will never be famous for any of the work I have done here on earth. But God has a role for me to play, and I need to follow that path. Keeping my heart open to God will keep that path clearer for me.
Father God, I look to you for direction. I am thankful for all of your blessings. I want to be open to the wisdom that comes from knowing you. Lead me, Lord. Amen
Becky, transforming
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John 1: 19- 27 John the Baptist was a man who was clear on who he was and who he was not. He was also clear on who Jesus is. He was God’ appointed messenger to announce the arrival of Jesus .He knew he had a specific role to play in the world and he remained obedient. . He was able to point others clearly to Jesus as the only Savior whom they desperately needed. One thing I need to be perfectly clear about , is who I am in God’s eyes before I could point others to Jesus . I have to evaluate myself correctly do I truly know Him. Do I walk daily with Christ? Do I repent of my sins from my heart. John’s aim was …
John 1:19-27
He is the one who comes after me, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie.
John was the ultimate witness for Jesus and he paid the ultimate price for it. Happily we can be witnesses today without paying that serious a price. However, being a bold witness for Jesus in some parts of the world is very costly and also in some cases in America.
Lord Jesus being a witness for you is very difficult for me. I know that I would not be in danger but it is not in my nature. Help me to keep in mind the fact that the more I follow your teachings the greater the reward.
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“I am a voice shouting in the wilderness, ‘Clear the way for the Lord’s coming!”
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