January 2, 2024 Testimony of John the Baptist

ByCraftingintx

Today’s gospel, https://bible.usccb.org/bible/john/1?19, tells of who John says he is. He is one crying out in the desert. One who baptizes with water. Whose sandal strap I am not worthy to untie.
My word of the year is “proclaim”. I do not only proclaim with my mouth but also by my actions. I begin my days with God’s word and try to live the gospel throughout the day. I pray that I am also crying out in the desert for the Lord. Come Holy Spirit, come. Be with me this day.

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