Location, Location, Location!
This weekend we will be watching a message right from the banks of the Jordan River. As many of you know, Nicole and I were in Israel last month and we recorded a message about the baptism of Jesus on site. Words cannot describe the excitement we felt! It was a powerful moment when we realized that somewhere near was the actual spot where God in flesh submitted to be baptized by John! Even with the distractions of camera clicks, gift shops, and tour buses, I could feel the reality of the Holy Spirit descending upon Jesus! What is most powerful to me is how the Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) was present together at this place! It’s a reminder that the entire Godhead was involved in our salvation.
OUT WITH THE OLD, IN WITH THE NEW
We come to that point in our series on the Life of Christ when John the Baptist came on the scene. This was a major shift in God’s plan of redemption. All the anticipation of the centuries had come to a head. Centuries of darkness and eerie silence were about to be shattered. This was a new day of fulfillment and joy! The Prince of Peace was at the gates!
So also in our lives – the Old Year has come to an end and a New Year is at the gates. God is getting ready to do something in our lives, family, and church that are beyond our greatest imagination! Are you ready for Him?!!