What does John the Baptist mean when he says he must increase I must decrease?
The Bible has hundreds of names for Jesus. Understanding who Jesus is means that we have an understanding what each of those names mean. John the Baptist simply stated here, “He must become greater; I must become less.” If you allow Jesus to be Lord of your life, you are allowing Him to become greater.
What does Jesus say about feeling down?
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” The Good News: Dealing with depression can be scary. “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
What is the lesson of John 3?
Jesus taught Nicodemus that all men must be born again to enter the kingdom of God. Later, John the Baptist explained to his disciples that his role was to prepare the way for Jesus Christ.
Where in the Bible does it say deny yourself?
Jesus says in Luke 9:23, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.” If we truly believe all Scripture is given by inspiration of God, then it’s not difficult to embrace that one of the primary principles of Christianity is “self-denial.”
Why should we celebrate the birthday of John the Baptist?
Each year on June 24 the Catholic Church honors the birth of John by reflecting on his unique role as the precursor of Jesus. The solemnity held on that date praises John as a worthy example of what it means to be a follower of Christ. A solemnity is the most significant feast the Church can establish.
How do you not feel down?
Don’t
- do not try to do everything at once; set small targets that you can easily achieve.
- do not focus on the things you cannot change – focus your time and energy into helping yourself feel better.
- try not to tell yourself that you’re alone – most people feel low sometimes and support is available.
What is the message of John Chapter 3?
Chapter 3 of John explains the main belief of the Christian faith. This chapter details how Jesus came into the world so that mankind would know the nature and character of God. It also refutes many of the long-held beliefs the Jews had had about God being an angry punishing God.
How does God’s grace change us?
Grace gives us a new life which is not condemned by God. Through God’s grace we are forgiven, transforming our thinking, resulting in the renewal of our mind and heart. Through grace we live the kind of life that God would like every one of His children to experience.