A Worthwhile Goal in Life — Basilea Schlink

God lives and works today. Are you unhappy because you sense that your life doesn't have the right goal? In his great love for you, God wants to show you a goal today that will give your life a deep and wonderful meaning.

Listen to the following message by Basilia Schlink.

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John the Baptist’s Goal: Preparing the Way for Jesus

The Bible paints a picture before our eyes of a man to whom God in his love had given an important and tremendous goal. It was John the Baptist. He was a person who only lived for one thing, to prepare the way for Jesus, the coming King, so that Christ would be accepted by his people.

Clearing Away the Stones of Sin

He saw this to be his vocation in life, and so with a holy fervor, John the Baptist cleared away all the stones that were blocking the way, that is, the stones of sin in his own life and in the lives of others.

John’s Humility and Death to Self

He really died to self, leading his own disciples to Jesus. He always turned the people and his followers away from himself, directing them to Jesus alone. Yes, John the Baptist's greatness lay in his humility, and the authority with which he called others to repentance came from his own life of repentance.

Preparing Hearts for Christ’s Return

To prepare the way for Jesus, the mighty King, who's coming again, is the highest calling, the greatest commission for us all. Today, in our times, more than ever before, Jesus is waiting for us to prepare the way for him, as did John the Baptist.

Repentance and Self-Denial Make Jesus’ Glory Visible

Clearing the way in this last hour, so that he can still come to hearts, also among his own people. Every time we turn in contrition, making a break with a particular sin, our repentance will encourage others to repent.

And when we're not concerned about receiving attention, honor, and love in our service and life for Jesus, but are willing to step back and die to self, Jesus' glory will shine forth. Then we'll be clear in the way for Jesus, so that he can rule in other hearts.

The Kingdom of Heaven Brings Joy and Peace

A bit of the kingdom of heaven will dawn there, for his redemption brings joy and peace. Can there be a greater goal, a deeper purpose for our lives? Therefore, let us pray.

You have been listening to a program written by Basile Schlenk of the Little Land of Canaan. To learn more about how God lives and works today, visit us at our website, www .canaan .org. That's K-A-N-A-A-N dot org.

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