More Than an Autograph

“…He who is coming is mightier than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.” -Matthew 3:11

In the verse above, John the Baptist was speaking about something that he would soon experience. He would soon see Jesus Christ in person, face to face. John would even baptize Jesus in water and John would see those sandals of which he said, “I am not worthy to carry.”

We often see footage on television of fans who are absolutely crazy for a particular famous person. Anything of that person’s is incredibly special to them. A look, a handshake, a piece of paper they walked over in the street – anything is a really big deal.

I personally know the greatest man who ever walked the earth…and I don’t have to beg Him for an autograph. We are friends. He talks to me, cares about me, comforts me, and gives me strength. And yet, I can relate to John who said he wasn’t worthy to even carry Jesus’ sandals. Who are we that we should be receivers of God’s wonderful grace and His holy power? Jesus chose to endure a horrible death to save me and you. How amazing!

So, while everyone else is busy bidding on signed baseballs, purchasing backstage passes, and screaming til they’re hoarse, I am going to spend some one-on-one time with the King of kings…Jesus Christ. And one day, when I see Him, He’ll not only recognize me, but He will welcome me to the place He has been preparing for me – to be with Him forever.

On his MySpace, my husband answered the question, “Who would you most like to meet?” with an answer that I know he means sincerely…

“Jesus Christ.”

“Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me [Jesus]. In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.” – John 14:1-3