In the tapestry of the Gospels, one figure stands out between the narratives of Jesus and Peter: John—the cousin and baptizer of Jesus.
In Jesus’ words, Matthew 11:11a paints a profound picture of John's significance: “Truly I tell you, among those born of women there has not risen anyone greater than John the Baptist.”
Why was John singled out in such a manner? Because he stood at the threshold of a new era, heralding the arrival of the Kingdom of God on Earth. He was the voice crying out in the wilderness, preparing hearts for the imminent arrival of Jesus. John recognized his place—humbly acknowledging that he was unworthy even to untie the sandals of the one he proclaimed as Messiah.
In our roles as parents and mentors to the next generation, we find parallels to John's mission. We are called to boldly proclaim truth, unshaken by the currents of contemporary culture. Like John, we declare the universal need for redemption and prepare hearts for the cleansing grace of God.
But can we take it a step further? Jesus himself remarked that even the least in the Kingdom of Heaven surpassed John. (Matthew 11:11b)
Consider the woman at the well—a marginalized Samaritan, encountering the Kingdom through a visit with Jesus. She didn't just herald his coming; she testified to his transformative power in her life.
Like John, we anticipate Jesus' second coming, but like the woman at the well, we testify to his present work in our lives. We invite others to behold the man who changes us from within, who reveals truth, who offers freedom from sin.
Come see a man who is coming back.
Come see how He’s changing my life.
Come see how He exposed what attacks and distracts.
Come see how His Word makes me wise.
Come see a man who loves even a woman at a well.
Come see a man whose love will never fail.
Come see the man who not only promises future glory but transforms lives TODAY.
Let us not merely point to a future hope of Jesus’ glorious coming, as did John, but embody the reality of Christ's presence here and now—the one who extends to us amazing grace, setting us free from our past and guiding us into a future of redemption and purpose.
Tell them of a man who can guide them into a future of redemption and purpose too.
In sharing our testimony as did the woman at the well, we are inviting a generation to rise to experience their own breakthrough. And, similar to the people who heard her testify, “Come see a man,” we pray they will one day say:
“We no longer believe just because of what you said; for [now] we have heard Him for ourselves and know [with confident assurance] that this One is truly the Savior of [all] the world” (John 4:42AMP).
May they also not merely point to Jesus coming back one glorious day,
But share with others how He is now their Truth, their Life, their Way.
“Amazing Grace how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me.”
“I once was lost but now I’m found.”
“Come see who sets me free.”
Grandma Rose in my new book, invites her granddaughter Olivia to “Come see a man,” and I pray you will be inspired to share your testimony of his presence in your life too.
