Matthew 3:1–12 presents John the Baptist preaching repentance in the wilderness, reminding us that renewal often begins in places of barrenness where distractions are stripped away and hearts are prepared for God. His urgent call, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near”—shows that repentance is not just sorrow but a radical reorientation of life toward God. John proclaims the coming Messiah who will baptize with the Holy Spirit and fire, a purifying and consuming presence that refines what is true and burns away what is false. This passage is both a warning and an invitation: to turn from self-reliance and step into Christ’s transforming work, allowing His mercy and fire to shape us into authentic disciples.
Join with us on Sunday, December 7. We invite you to Come and See! Worship begins at 10 am. You can participate in worship via Facebook and YouTube as well as Zoom Join Zoom Meeting
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