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Laying the Foundation

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Good morning

Scripture reading: St. Luke 1:67-80

Worship song: Prepare The Way

 


Meditation:

    Zacharias was filled with the Holy Ghost and prophesied that his son, John the Baptist would go before the Messiah to prepare the way of salvation by guiding individuals to repent for the remission of their sins. Zacharias rejoiced, acknowledging that the Lord had raised a horn of salvation from the royal lineage of King David to deliver His people from their enemies, sin, and death. 

    Zacharias emphasizes the core missions that his son would fulfil: to bring hope, comfort, and salvation; to inform people that salvation is found in the remission of sins; to shine spiritual light and truth upon those living in darkness and hopelessness, providing hope amidst death and fear; and to guide people towards peace with God. These missions are divinely designed to lead individuals towards a peaceful and secure relationship with God. 

    The prophecy spoken by Zacharias was fulfilled; John the Baptist served as the vital forerunner and prophet who prepared Israel for the Messiah, Jesus Christ, by preaching repentance and baptizing with water. His purpose was to identify Jesus to Israel as the promised savior.

Let us pray:

    Almighty God, we thank you for sending your messenger, your prophet to prepare the way for the coming of Jesus Christ. Lord, we thank you for the gift of salvation and your son, Jesus Christ who willingly came to earth to bring light to a world in darkness. We thank you, Lord God, for the word which is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. Father, we acknowledge that you are mindful of us, caring about our well-being and the condition of our hearts. Therefore Lord, we surrender our mind, soul, heart, and spirit to you. Deepen our faith and increase our understanding of your word. We give you authority over our actions and ask for your help to overcome obstacles that may cause us to stray from your presence. We pray that you will turn the minds of those who have wandered away from you, Lord. I pray, O God, that through your word they will come to know you and accept you as Lord in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. 

Wishing you a day filled with peace. ✌🙏💕

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