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12 I Must Decrease

September 26, 2024 by Emily Downs

Summary:

John The Baptist, referring to Jesus, said, "He must increase, but I must decrease."

Not a popular saying today

John's words are a great reminder that as we journey through life, we want more of God and less of us.

Reworking our schedules to have time with The Lord. Going to prayer first in every trying situation. Praising God when you feel like sinking Into self-pity. Starting or just joining a small Bible study or mom's group or lunch group at work where you can find community.

In the podcast I talk about a woman who simply started reading a Christian book aloud in her kitchen and attracts a crowd. She never thought something so small would grow so big.

We just never know where things will go when God is involved.

September 26, 2024 /Emily Downs
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