John himself was not the light; he was simply a witness to tell about the light.
—John 1:8 NLT
Key Thought
John the Baptizer was an incredible man. He was a prophet, inspired by God's Spirit. He spoke with an authority and authenticity long silent among God's people. He courageously declared the truth to everyone no matter that person's rank and no matter his own personal cost. But ... John was only a witness to God's light — Jesus, God's real Word and only Son. And as important as John may have been, his importance was as a servant to the light. John freely testified to this function (John 1:15). He knew his role. He refused to be a point of contention. He is a great example to us of what we can and should be to our loved ones and friends — a witness, someone who points others to the truth and light of Jesus.
Today's Prayer
Thank you, Heavenly Father, for John the Baptizer. Thank you for such a powerful example and such a wonderful person of integrity. Please use me to point those in my influence to the truth about Jesus as I seek to live with integrity before them. In the name of the Lord Jesus, I pray. Amen.
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—John 1:8 NLT
Key Thought
John the Baptizer was an incredible man. He was a prophet, inspired by God's Spirit. He spoke with an authority and authenticity long silent among God's people. He courageously declared the truth to everyone no matter that person's rank and no matter his own personal cost. But ... John was only a witness to God's light — Jesus, God's real Word and only Son. And as important as John may have been, his importance was as a servant to the light. John freely testified to this function (John 1:15). He knew his role. He refused to be a point of contention. He is a great example to us of what we can and should be to our loved ones and friends — a witness, someone who points others to the truth and light of Jesus.
Today's Prayer
Thank you, Heavenly Father, for John the Baptizer. Thank you for such a powerful example and such a wonderful person of integrity. Please use me to point those in my influence to the truth about Jesus as I seek to live with integrity before them. In the name of the Lord Jesus, I pray. Amen.
Related Scripture Readings
Ⓒ 1996-2018 Heartlight, Inc. This material may not be reproduced in part or whole for commercial use without written consent. What Jesus Did! is written by Phil Ware. Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright ©1996, 2004, 2007, 2013, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.
