Today I had a sudden change of heart for the sermon. Instead of the sermon I had been planning, John the Baptist is going to make an appearance. I'm not sure we are ready for him. His words are kind of harsh, although he does soften up a bit when he talks about not being worthy to carry the sandals of the one who is coming.
I'm not sure how "Christmasy" John the Baptist will be. he has a very challenging message and call to repentance. I suspect our image of Advent or Christmas does not include John the Baptist wielding an ax!
What do you think when you hear John the Baptist calling the those who gather at the river Jordan a "brood of vipers?" Or when John calls us to repent?
Peace,
Richard
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