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Fulfil Your Purpose
Scripture:- Luke 3:1-9

Luke 3:1-9 [GNBDC]
[1] It was the fifteenth year of the rule of the Emperor Tiberius; Pontius Pilate was governor of Judea, Herod was ruler of Galilee, and his brother Philip was ruler of the territory of Iturea and Trachonitis; Lysanias was ruler of Abilene, [2] and Annas and Caiaphas were high priests. At that time the word of God came to John son of Zechariah in the desert. [3] So John went throughout the whole territory of the River Jordan, preaching, “Turn away from your sins and be baptized, and God will forgive your sins.” [4] As it is written in the book of the prophet Isaiah: “Someone is shouting in the desert: ‘Get the road ready for the Lord; make a straight path for him to travel! [5] Every valley must be filled up, every hill and mountain levelled off. The winding roads must be made straight, and the rough paths made smooth. [6] The whole human race will see God's salvation!’ ” [7] Crowds of people came out to John to be baptized by him. “You snakes!” he said to them. “Who told you that you could escape from the punishment God is about to send? [8] Do those things that will show that you have turned from your sins. And don't start saying among yourselves that Abraham is your ancestor. I tell you that God can take these stones and make descendants for Abraham! [9] The axe is ready to cut down the trees at the roots; every tree that does not bear good fruit will be cut down and thrown in the fire.”

The best way to begin the new year is to know and follow God's plan for your life. John knew through prophecy, that his purpose was to prepare the hearts of the people for the coming of Jesus, the Messiah, as written in v.4. He began preaching the message of repentance the moment God spoke to him. Many people later believed his message and followed him. Are you fulfilling God's purpose for your life? Your life is unique, like a piece of a puzzle. God has a special plan for your life (Jeremiah 29:11)

Jeremiah 29:11 [GNBDC]
[11] I alone know the plans I have for you, plans to bring you prosperity and not disaster, plans to bring about the future you hope for.

John and Jesus Christ both fulfilled their purposes in life, so read your Bible every day to know and allow God to work out his plan for you. Take note of the warning in v.9.

Prayer:- Dear Lord, Make my life the burning and shining lamp like that of John the Baptist.
AMEN!

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