Revealed

Written By Betty Predmore

John 1:29-51 (May 2)

I love a good mystery movie, don't you? Sometimes the answers seem so obvious, then we discover that we were wrong about it all.

That is where we find ourselves in scripture today. John is baptizing people and proclaiming the good to come, and many are thinking he is the "star of the movie". (That in itself would have been a great motion picture)

But then he saw Jesus coming towards him and proclaimed, "Look! The Lamb is God who takes away the sin of the world!" (Enter Jesus, stage left.)

The face of the mystery is finally REVEALED.

And all the spectators to this great cinematic experience are caught with gaping mouths and "Aha" moments.

John was the "diversion" of the plot line, but the real story was about to be told.

So two disciples who were following John got in step behind this new star of the show. (Don't we tend to follow the stars more than the supporting cast?)

As Jesus walked along, he gathered more men to his entourage…men who were willing to leave everything behind to follow him. (That must have been a REALLY GOOD movie!)

Jesus and his crew came across a man named Nathaniel. He questioned how anything good could come from Nazareth. To him it didn't seem like the appropriate setting for this particular movie.

Jesus speaks to him, calling him " a complete man of integrity."

Nathaniel wants an explanation as to why Jesus has any opinion of him at all, to which Jesus replies, "I could see you under the fig tree before Philip found you."

Okay, so he is not only the star of the show, but it seems he has some super powers as well. (Look for him in upcoming Marvel movies)

Then Jesus speaks out his greatest line in the script thus far, and the disciples are on the edge of their seats:

"I tell you the truth, you will all see heaven open and the angels of God going up and down on the Son of Man, the one who is the stairway between heaven and earth."

Ooooh...this is getting good! Stay tuned for the next episode!

Betty Predmore

Betty Predmore is a writer, blogger, speaker and ministry leaders. She is the founder of Mom-Sense, Inc., a ministry designed for mentorship, connection and service to women of all life circumstances. Through this ministry, women are encouraged and supported with scripture and life application. Mom-Sense helps women overcome life struggles through small group classes with biblical curriculum, individual counseling, bible studies, and other areas of support.

Betty also directs the Imperial Valley Life Center, which is a non-profit faith-based pro life women’s resource center. She has a passion for saving the unborn and supporting mothers through pregnancy and motherhood.

Betty loves to speak at events, sharing the love of Jesus with other women. She does this through practical life application mingled with God’s word, and sprinkled with humor. Having experienced a broken home, divorce, abuse, grief, single motherhood, blended families, and adoption, she uses the broken places and movement of God in her own life to share His word in an inspiring way. She enjoys sharing her blogs on social media as a way of reaching out on a broader spectrum. Betty has many speaking topics which can be found on her website: www.bettypredmore.com

As an author, she has had the opportunity to impact women and reach deep into their hearts with her words of inspiration and encouragement. Through Pondering Virtue and Whispered Grace, she has created wonderful tools for the woman who is seeking direction in her spiritual walk.

Betty serves on the writing team of A Wife Like Me, and is also a contributor to Moms Encouraging Moms and Gift of Thorns. Her blogs have appeared in several magazine publications throughout the years including Southern Faith Magazine, Purposeful Life, and Aspiring Woman Magazine.

While Betty thrives on her ministry opportunities, her greatest blessings come from being a wife to Jim and a mama to their wonderful collection of children, who bring joy, laughter, and an occasional tear to her days.


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