Do you remember what we said on the first day about everything pointing to Jesus? Well, today is a great example of that. John the Baptist was called the one preparing the way for the Lord. John was preparing the people for Jesus to come. Everything John did and said was pointing to Jesus. John taught people to repent from their sins and turn to God. John baptized people, that is why He was called John the Baptist.
One day Jesus came to John the Baptist and was baptized. We want to live like Jesus lived and one way we can follow Jesus is through baptism. Baptism is one way we show the world that we follow Jesus. (Families, this is a great time to talk with your kids about salvation and baptism. Even if they aren’t ready to follow Jesus or be baptized you can still have a conversation to get an idea of where they are right now spiritually.)
Today is a great chance to tell someone you know about Jesus. Find someone you know and tell them Jesus loves them. You can invite them to come to church with you.
Prayer: God, thank You for letting me be a part of Your story. Thank You for letting me tell other people about Your Son, Jesus. God, help me see myself the way You see me. Amen.