Key Ideas
Faith Fact
I have a purpose.
Faith Verse
John 20:21
[Jesus] said, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I am sending you.”
Question of the Day: How can you prepare the way for Jesus?
Read about It
Read: John 1:29–31
John the Baptist knew his purpose. He worked for years to prepare the way for the coming Messiah. Yet, for most of that time, he did not see who he was preparing for. John had preached and baptized people in water. People were repenting of their sin. John had prepared the people and himself so well. Because of this, everyone was ready for the great reveal of Jesus! John’s preparation led people to Jesus.
Think of preparing a cake. You need to have all the right ingredients in the right amounts. You must have the right tools. You have to bake the cake for the perfect amount of time. Sometimes, putting in all that work is a long process, but it is worth it in the end when we have a delicious piece of a sugary, sweet dessert! God’s purpose for our life can work in the same way. We prepare, we work hard, and we plan. We listen to God’s voice. We read the Bible. We serve, give, and tell others about Jesus. We creatively use our talents and gifts for Him. All this preparation can lead to one sweet result—Jesus can be revealed to the world!
Talk about It
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Question 1. What did John call Jesus in verse 29? Answer 1. The Lamb of God (John 1:29)
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| Question 2. What was John doing to prepare the people for the Messiah?
Answer 2. Telling them about the coming Messiah and baptizing them with water (John 1:31)
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| Question 3. John described Jesus as greater than him. What does that tell us about John?
Answer 3. John knew his purpose was to prepare the way for Jesus. Answers will vary.
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| Question 4. How do you think John felt when the Messiah was finally revealed?
Answer 4. Answers will vary.
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| Question 5. How can you prepare the way for Jesus?
Answer 5. Answers may vary. |
Pray about It
Dear Jesus, with all my life and all my heart, I honor You. I worship You. I want my life’s purpose to be to serve You and prepare the way so others can know You. It’s all about You, the Lamb of God! Thank You for saving me and taking away my sin so that I can be with You eternally. You are so good! Amen.