Matthew 3:10–11

"The ax is already at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.

I baptize you with water for repentance. But after me comes one who is more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire."

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In springtime, you don't hesitate to clear out what's dead.

The ax is at the root. John's warning is clear: judgment is coming, and no one produces the fruit God demands. We're dead trees by nature.

But John points to One far greater: Jesus, who took the judgment you deserved. The ax fell on Him at the cross. Now in Baptism, He gives you what He won: forgiveness, the Holy Spirit, new life.

You are righteous by His work alone. So repent and cling to Christ!

Where in your life are you trusting in your own efforts instead of Christ's finished work? Why can you trust Jesus' work completely?

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Not every moment at home is happy at the holidays. See what scripture teaches about navigating tension — even in your family.

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