Not Worthy

Not Worthy
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"I baptize you with water; but one who is more powerful than I is coming; I am not worthy to untie the thong of his sandals."
Luke 3:16

Our Advent text this week has focused again on the ministry of John the Baptist. I am always amazed at his ability to set aside his own ego for the ministry he was called to. It is not an easy thing to do... something that most of us, particularly pastors, struggle with on a regular basis. Advent is a time to reflect on our own worthiness. It highlights how unworthy we are in light of the one who is to come. And yet, it also shows that we are creatures of tremendous worth. God sends God's son into the world on our behalf. A worth not of our own, but a gift given to us by our God.