Saturday, December 6, 2025
Today’s Scriptures: Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19, Isaiah 40:1-11, John 1:19-28
“I am a voice shouting in the wilderness, ‘Clear the way for the Lord’s coming!’” John 1:23
Before Jesus began His public ministry, there was a man sent by God with a specific calling: John the Baptist. His mission wasn’t to build a following for himself, but to prepare hearts for the coming of the Messiah.
John preached with urgency and clarity:
“Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” Matthew 3:2
He fulfilled the prophecy of Isaiah that one would come to prepare the way for the Messiah.
For centuries, God’s people waited. Prophets had spoken of a Savior, a Redeemer, a King who would rescue them. And now, John announces, “The wait is over. He is here.”
John’s message was simple yet powerful:
Turn back to God. Get your heart ready. The Messiah is coming.
Then Jesus came on the scene and John pointed away from himself toward Jesus, proclaiming:
“Look, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!” John 1:29
John’s ministry is a powerful reminder that God keeps His promises.
Jesus was God’s plan from the beginning—to save the world and offer eternal life to all who would receive His gift of salvation.
At just the right time, Jesus came and fulfilled everything God had promised. God is faithful. Always.
John also reminds us that we must prepare our hearts. That preparation is spiritual—it means turning away from sin and turning toward Jesus, the only one who can forgive and restore us.
We live in a time of hopeful anticipation, looking forward to the day when Jesus returns. But as we wait, we are called to point others to Him, to trust in His promises, and to live each day ready for His return.
For Prayerful Consideration
- What areas of your life need to be “prepared” for Jesus to work more fully?
- Are you trusting that God is still fulfilling His promises, even if you can’t see it yet?
- Who in your life can you help “point to Jesus” like John did?