Biography
John the Baptist was called to prepare the people for the coming of Christ. His preaching invited conversion, truth, and a life consistent with God's will.
He recognized that his mission was to point to Jesus, not to himself. His humility appears when he accepts becoming less so that Christ may increase.
John the Baptist helps those who need to prepare the heart, cut through duplicity, and place Jesus at the center.
Main virtue
Prophetic humility. This virtue helps you look at daily life with faith and turn devotion into concrete action.
What this saint teaches today
This saint helps us contemplate the virtue of prophetic humility in concrete situations of daily life.
Prayer
St. John the Baptist, help me prepare the way of the Lord in my life. Give me courage to convert my heart and humility to point to Christ. Amen.
Practical application
Choose one concrete act of conversion today.
