Luke 3
When we accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior, we are baptized. This ritual does not make us Christians. We are Christians when we live according to God’s will. John answered, saying to all, “I indeed baptize you with water, but One mightier than I is coming, whose sandal strap I am not worthy to loose. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.” Luke 3:16
God expects us to live by His rules. We must love and care for one another to the extent that we are willing to share what we have. We must live a righteous life, serving God for His purposes for us. In times when we meet opposition, we must stand up for our commitment as Christians.
We are familiar with practice what you preach. Jesus had about thirty years of experience in Nazareth, tending to family duties and experiencing the ups and downs of life, before He took on the task for which God sent Him. Jesus knew first-hand the problems of the world or, as we would say, been there done that. We are truly Christ-like when we willingly follow in His footsteps.
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