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Did John the Baptist Doubt Jesus?📖  Scripture Focus: Matthew 11:2–6 (NIV) “Are you the one who is to come, or should we expect someone else?” — Matthew 11:3 🔍 Observation John the Baptist was the bold forerunner of Jesus — the voice crying out in the wilderness (Isaiah 40:3), the one who baptized Jesus and publicly declared, “Behold, the Lamb of God!” (John 1:29). He had seen the Spirit descend on Jesus and heard the voice from heaven at His baptism. But now, we find John in prison (Matthew 11:2), facing possible execution, isolated and under pressure. From this dark place, he sends his disciples to ask Jesus: “Are You the One who is to come, or should we look for another?” Was John... doubting? --- 🤔 Interpretation Yes — it seems John the Baptist, the great prophet, experienced a moment of doubt. But his doubt wasn’t rooted in rebellion; it was born out of confusion and suffering. The Messiah was expected to bring judgment and liberation — and yet, here was John, imprisoned and...

  Why Christians Should Think Twice About Yoga 🙏🧘‍♀️ In today’s culture, yoga is often seen as just another form of exercise, relaxation, or stress relief. Many even combine it with their daily routines, believing it’s a harmless way to stay fit. But have we ever stopped to ask:  Is yoga really just physical exercise—or is there more to it spiritually? I recently came across a thought-provoking YouTube video titled  “Why Christians Should NEVER Do Yoga” by Taylor Alesia , and I truly believe it’s something every believer needs to watch. Taylor sheds light on the deeper spiritual roots of yoga that many of us may not be aware of. What seems like innocent stretching or meditation is actually rooted in spiritual practices that don’t align with the teachings of Christ. As Christians, we are called to guard our hearts and minds, ensuring that the practices we engage in bring us closer to God, not away from Him. This video is not just informative—it’s eye-opening. It challeng...