4 And so John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. 5 The whole Judean countryside and all the people of Jerusalem went out to him. Confessing their sins, they were baptized by him in the Jordan River. 6 John wore clothing made of camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his waist, and he ate locusts and wild honey. 7 And this was his message: “After me comes the one more powerful than I, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to stoop down and untie. 8 I baptize you with water, but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.” This is what the Bible has to say as to who John the Baptist is (Mark 1: 4-8 NIV). He was sent by God to prepare the way of the Savior.
People in our neighborhood believe June 24th to be his birthday and they have a peculiar way of celebrating it. They go to the beach, swimming resorts and stuff like that. In our neighborhood, men, women, young and old alike stay by the roadside and throw dippers, pails, and gallons of water to every single passer by. Those who ride and go on foot both receive this splashing event which is actually the highlight of the event.
Some people go dripping wet in school or workplace, laughing and enjoying the fun. To some, this is such a big fuss. Others throw punches at each other when they loose their cool after being thrown a pail of cool water!
Other folks celebrate this so called St. John the Baptist's day with heavy drinking and feasting. How could a saint be remembered in the midst of drunkenness? Still to others, this day just go on unnoticed, just like any ordinary day.
Well, John the Baptist's purpose was to actually prepare the way for the Messiah. So, it is only logical to think that after his day will come the day of the Savior to come but not to save anymore but to judge. Will the Savior, now Judge, find you guilty or not? He sent some to clear His way before He finally comes. Hope you are cleared.
Happy St. John the Baptist Day! : )
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