What do you know about John the Baptist? Have you ever thought what his life might have been like? How do you think he grew into an adult? What kind of teaching did he receive? What did his mother and father think of him? Why did he go into the wilderness? John’s father was aContinue reading “Be Like John”
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Jesus Prepares the Way
Yesterday, we discussed Jesus sending us on errands, just as He sent the disciples on errands. Let’s take a look at how Jesus prepares the way for our errand running. We may not think about how Jesus prepares the way for the errands or missions He sends us on. Why don’t we think about JesusContinue reading “Jesus Prepares the Way”
The Voice
Do you remember the most famous town cryer in our country’s history—Paul Revere? Do you remember the message he cried out? How do you think you might have reacted if you had heard it in person during that time of turmoil? We don’t have town cryer’s today. We have all-day news sources. By being inundatedContinue reading “The Voice”
The Messenger
Have you been a messenger for someone? Was it taking a message from one person to give it to another? Have you been sent ahead of someone else to prepare for their arrival? Were you to take care of the logistics, ensuring all the amenities were taken care of? Being a messenger can be relativelyContinue reading “The Messenger”
Overflowing
Is there someone who goes before you to ensure all is well? Do you have someone who prepares all your meals for you? Are you christened? Is there someone who is always there for you and makes you joyful? Are you overflowing with blessings? For some of us, there is someone plowing the path aheadContinue reading “Overflowing”
Unrecognized
Have you been mistaken for someone else? Have you seen someone that looks familiar, but you cannot place them? Have you been told a certain person was coming and you missed them? Have you thought about how common it is to miss someone important? I’m sure we all have seen someone somewhere who looked familiar.Continue reading “Unrecognized”
John’s Mission Continues
Have you seen someone who is far greater than you? Have you worked to prepare the way for someone expected? Would you like to be sent ahead of someone who is important to prepare things ahead of them? Have you heard the story of John the Baptist? Preparing the way for someone more important thanContinue reading “John’s Mission Continues”
Marty Pressey 