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Jesus Embodies Humility:

Jesus, empowered to baptize with fire and the Holy Spirit, humbly received the 'Baptism of Water' from John the Baptist. Thus, administrators of 'Baptism of Water' in fragmented churches worldwide must understand Jesus' humility and gentleness, especially if they consider themselves superior or wiser than those they baptize. As scripture confirms Jesus' humility: "For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." (Mark 10:45, NIV)

Moreover, Jesus regards John the Baptist as the greatest among mankind, recognizing his humility, humbleness, kindness, forgiveness, and selfless service. Scripture confirms this: Truly I tell you, among those born of women there has not risen anyone greater than John the Baptist; yet whoever is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. (Matthew 11:11, NIV)

Humility of John the Baptist:

John the Baptist ministered the baptism of repentance by water, the 'Baptism of Repentance' and 'Baptism of Water', not for personal gain, fame, self-respect, praise, or livelihood, but to purify humanity and exalt God's glory, as recorded in scripture: "He must become greater; I must become less." (John 3:30, NIV)

The Jordan River: John's Church of Repentance and Spiritual Renewal:

John the Baptist, administrator of baptism of repentance by water, embodied humility, free from pride, hypocrisy, and pretentious nobility. He selflessly aspired to secure the humblest saintly status in heaven for others, seeking no respect or recognition from those seeking purification. With unwavering dedication, John rejected worldly desires and fought against evil, offering salvation through baptism. Within the sacred confines of the Jordan River – a symbol of the church, echoing the Israelites' entry into the Promised Land (Joshua 3:1-17) – John's baptism signified a spiritual transition from sin to repentance, connecting believers to a community of spiritual transformation, as scripture states: "What can anyone give in exchange for their soul?" (Matthew 16:26, NIV)

God’s Yearns and John’s Response:

In the wilderness, John heard God's voice, calling for human soul purification. Wholeheartedly, he became God's voice, purifying human souls at the Jordan River, symbolizing John's Church of Repentance and Spiritual Renewal. Through 'Baptism of Water' and consecutively 'Baptism of Repentance', he cleansed people from ancestral and personal sins. Tirelessly administering these sacraments, John became the herald of peace, fulfilling Isaiah's prophecy: "I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way... A voice of one calling in the wilderness, 'Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.'" (Mark 1:2-4, NIV)

A Call to Spiritual Action:

Now, administrators of thousands of scattered physical churches worldwide, who administer the 'Baptism of Water' upon hearing Jesus' call to 'feed my sheep' and 'I will make you fishers of men,' must search their hearts for a sincere answer to this question:

- What is my motive behind administering 'Baptism of Water' to the people?
- Am I continually striving to renounce the wide and winding path of falsehood?
- Have I achieved the holiness of John the Baptist, or am I tirelessly seeking such holiness?
- Do I respect the age and dignity of church members, treating them with humility?
- Do I give due respect to those in my age group and address them with the status they deserve?
- Do I love and treat those younger than me with kindness?
- Am I a herald of peace like John the Baptist?
- Am I truly prepared to administer the 'Baptism of Water' and 'Baptism of Repentance'?
- Am I good in people's eyes but bad in God's eyes, who sees everything?

We must not forget that we can deceive people, but on Judgment Day, we cannot deceive God. The answer to this question is necessary without delay, as it is written: 'For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,' declares the Lord. (Isaiah 55:8, NIV).

In other words, we must question ourselves, just as Jesus, fed up with the pride, hypocrisy, and pretentious nobility of the Scribes and Pharisees, stated in scripture: 'They tie up heavy, cumbersome loads and put them on other people's shoulders, but they themselves are not willing to lift a finger to move them.' (Matthew 23:4, NIV) Please read the entire chapter of Matthew 23.

Embracing John the Baptist’s Characters:

To truly glorify God, from this day forward until our last breath, all who administer the 'Baptism of Water' and 'Baptism of Repentance' within the boundary of the physical church must emulate John the Baptist's life and strive to live a life of selflessness, humility, and sacrifice like him. As scripture states: 'Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.' (Matthew 5:10, NIV)

"The day administrators and recipients of 'Baptism of Water' and 'Baptism of Repentance' begin emulating John the Baptist's character, selflessness, humility, and sacrifice, fragmented churches worldwide will start merging with Jesus' one true church, founded on Peter, the rock.

No name change is required for physical churches made of bricks and stones; simply incorporating John the Baptist's righteousness and holiness in administering these sacraments is necessary. It's crucial to understand and acknowledge Jesus' longing for unity among fragmented churches, as He continuously prays to Almighty God, saying: <"My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me." (John 17:20-21, NIV)

Are we, administrators and recipients of 'Baptism of Water,' prepared to hear His voice in the modern wilderness like John the Baptist and become the reality of His voice? As His voice is recorded in scripture: "I have other sheep that are not of this sheep pen. I must bring them also. They too will listen to my voice, and there shall be one flock and one shepherd." (John 10:16, NIV)"

To be Continued…..

==> Stay tuned for our next article, where we'll uncover how 'Baptism: Not a Process of Conversion, but a Pledge to the Righteous Path' that transforms our faith journey.

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