Paving the Way

Written By Betty Predmore

John 1:1-28 (April 30)

Today we get introduced to the one who had the privilege to go before Jesus and pave his way as the coming Messiah. Welcome to our story John the Baptist! We are so glad to have you join us!

Can you imagine being chosen to be sent by God to tell the world about the Light that was coming? It was his testimony that was supposed to show everyone that light. He was that "beacon on a hill" that was going to be a reflection of the love of Jesus.

We read this and we may think..."Wow! What an honor for him to be chosen by God to pave the way! What a lucky guy he was!" (Not so lucky really...if you remember "the rest of the story").

Truth is, we are just as special...just as chosen... just as capable as John. When we live our lives to reflect Jesus, our testimony is a light for those around us. God uses us, day after day, to pave the way for new believers in our family, our friends, or total strangers.

John was able to tell people of the love and grace that was coming through Jesus taking on an earthly body. He could foreshadow all the blessings to come.

His ministry paved the way for something far greater and he did so humbly, considered himself "not even worthy to be his slave and untie the straps of his sandal".

He didn't get caught up in being the first. He wasn't consumed with making a name for himself. His complete purpose was to glorify God and proclaim the unfailing love that was coming through Jesus.

Oh, what if we all lived like that? What if we took away the competitive nature of things, the desire to be seen, heard, & recognized? What if we stopped fixating on ourselves and what WE were doing and put our focus on Jesus?

We can all be bringers of the light. We can all use our voices to shout in the wilderness. We all have the unique opportunity to pave the way for the return of Jesus.

How's your testimony?

How's your voice?

Are you ready to pave the way?

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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