The King is Coming!
Spiritual food with Jess – October 5, 2024
For the last several months, the words “Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is near” have been on my mind, making me think of John the Baptist’s words.
John’s message was to repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is near.
Matthew 3:1-2 NIV
[1] In those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the wilderness of Judea [2] and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.”
So what did John mean?:
He instructed us to turn away from any wrongdoing because God’s kingdom is near. It’s a reminder to focus on living a righteous life in the here and now.
This message was an urgent call for people to turn away from their sins—to repent, seek forgiveness, and prepare for the coming of the Messiah. John urged people to change their ways, be baptized as a symbol of cleansing, and be ready for the arrival of Jesus Christ.
Upon hearing and reflecting on the words “Repent for the Kingdom of Heaven is near” for quite some time,
I sense the Lord is saying that we need to prepare for the second coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Many people who heard John the Baptist’s message responded by coming to him, confessing their sins, and being baptized in the Jordan River as a sign of repentance and preparation for the coming of the Messiah – This is a time to once again do what John said,
“Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.”