He must become greater and I must become less.
Observation
These words are spoken by John the Baptist. John is Jesus's cousin and has done great things to prepare the way for Christ coming. In this specific scripture reference there seems to be seeds of jealousy being sown by John the Baptists disciples. They are seemingly jealous that more people are being baptized by Jesus instead of John.
John responds with humility by saying that Jesus is the bridegroom and John is just the best man. John knows that what is happening has very little to do with him and he is just grateful to be invited to the party.
Application
This is one of my favorite scriptures and my hubby's also. In fact he has this scripture reference tattooed on his person. Why is it my favorite? Well it reminds me that what is going on around me is less about me then I think it is. It also reminds me to hold onto things loosely. John didn't tighten his grip around the ministry that God had given him when people were running to Jesus instead of him, instead he knew his place. John didn't boast about all that he had done for the kingdom of God out of insecurity, instead he boasted of Christ and who Christ is. Oh that I would respond that way when change is in the air...that I would respond that way when tides change and people don't like me as much as they used to.....that I would see the greatness of Christ and very little of me when I look in the mirror.
Prayer
Daddy, be more in me today and everyday; I bow my head and choose to become less.
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