DAY 131 BIBLE READING
JOHN 3:22-36
John the Baptist came to prepare people for the One who is coming—Jesus (John 3:28).
The reason he preached was to encourage others to follow the Messiah.
As Jesus became known over time, more people follow Him than John the Baptist.
John the Baptist isn’t upset that his followers are dwindling, while Jesus attracts crowds. Instead, seeing Jesus followers grow makes him happy.
In verse 29, he makes an analogy to the best man at a wedding. The best man feels joy when the groom gets attention, and a bride.
John the Baptist also knows if his message is working, people should become followers of Jesus. The goal of teaching and mentoring is to lead people to follow Jesus, grow and mature in their faith. The point of ministry is not to make the minister look good, but to help others in their walk with God.
Rather than looking for our own applause, we should be happy when our efforts cause people to praise God.
Jesus must increase, I & you must decrease.
Glory and honor to our Lord Jesus Christ alone!
And, Happy Mother’s Day to all the Moms, you are greatly blessed and deeply loved! 
