Devotion:
Read Mark 6:17-29.
Herod had arrested John the Baptist under pressure from his wife and advisers. John had pointed out the sin of adultery that Herod had committed with Herodius, his brother’s wife. Due to the public attention this garnered, Herod felt he had no other choice but to imprison John. However, Herod respected John’s integrity and knew he was a holy and righteous person, so he protected him from Herodias. The offer of half his kingdom was Herod’s way to say that he would give Herodia’s daughter almost anything she wanted. When she asked for John’s head, Herod would have been greatly embarrassed in front of his guests if he had denied her request. Pressure from family and friends can lead to poor choices at times and the effect of those choices can be far reaching.
The death of John the Baptist is another reminder of how quickly life can end. But he was prepared to die, no matter when that would happen. It is of eternal significance that you be prepared as well.
Personal Worship Option:
You may plan to live a long life, but preparation now is paramount to your future. Would you be prepared to meet God today? If not, what preparations do you need to make?
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