Morning Manna

Start each day with encouragement from God's Word. Morning Manna is a brief, Scripture-centered devotional designed to strengthen your faith, deepen your walk with Christ, and prepare your heart for the day ahead. In just 5–10 minutes, Pastor Woody Posey shares biblical truth, practical application, and heartfelt prayer to help you grow closer to Jesus. Whether you're beginning your morning, taking a lunch break, or winding down in the evening, these daily devotions will remind you that God's mercies are new every morning and His Word is sufficient for every season of life.

*"Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God." — Matthew 4:4 (KJV)

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Behold The Lamb Of God

August 03, 2026 • Pastor Woody Posey • Season 1 • Episode 3

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“Behold, the Lamb of God.” John the Baptist’s words are brief, but they cut through the noise like nothing else. We open John 1:29–34 and sit with the title John gives Jesus not a trend, not a slogan, but a direct claim about sin, sacrifice, and salvation. If you’ve been carrying shame, second-guessing your faith, or trying to hold life together by sheer effort, this is a grounding reminder of who Jesus is and what He came to do.

We talk about why every Jewish listener would have felt the weight of “Lamb of God,” tracing the thread of Old Testament sacrifice and why repeated offerings could never fully remove sin. Then we focus on the hope at the center of the gospel: Jesus is God’s perfect and spotless Lamb, the once-for-all sacrifice that accomplishes what no other offering could. John doesn’t ask us to admire Jesus from a distance. He commands a response: behold, look, recognize, and place your faith in Him.

John’s testimony also rests on God’s confirmation, not emotion. He tells of the Spirit descending like a dove and remaining on Jesus, then closes with the clear confession: “this is the Son of God.” We end with a practical daily charge for Christian living: when life becomes uncertain, when temptation comes, and when your heart is troubled, look to Him. If this encouraged you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more people can be reminded to behold the Lamb of God.

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Welcome And Scripture Reading

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Good morning, and welcome to Morning Manna, where we feed our souls one day at a time from the precious word of God. Our scriptures today is John chapter one verses twenty nine through thirty four. One of the most powerful statements in all of Scripture is found in verse 29. The

Behold The Lamb Of God

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next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him and saith, Behold, the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world. John the Baptist didn't introduce Jesus as a great teacher, a miracle worker, or even a king. He introduced him as the Lamb of God.

The Old Testament Sacrifice Meaning

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Every Jewish listener would have understood the significance of those words. Throughout the Old Testament, lambs were offered as sacrifice for sin. Yet those sacrifices had to be repeated continually because they could never completely remove sin. But when Jesus came, he came as God's perfect and spotless lamb. He would become the one for all sacrifice that no other offering could ever accomplish.

Faith And John’s Testimony

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John wasn't asking the people to admire Jesus from a distance. He said, Behold, look upon him, recognize who he is, and place your faith in him. In verse thirty two through thirty four, John also testified that he saw the Spirit descending from heaven like a dove and remaining upon Jesus. God himself confirmed that Jesus was a promised Messiah. John concludes his testimony with these words, and I saw and bear a record that this is the Son of God. John didn't base his testimony on opinions or emotions, he testified to what God had revealed to him.

A Thought For Today

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A thought for today. Every day we are surrounded by voices competing for our attention. They promise fulfillment, security, or happiness, yet only one voice points us to the one who can truly take away our sin. Today, take your eyes off your worries, your failures, and your fears for a moment, and behold the Lamb of God. He is still the Savior, He is still the Son of God, He is still sufficient for every burden you carry, and He is still worthy of all our worship.

Prayer And Daily Charge

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Heavenly Father, thank you for sending your only begotten Son to be the Lamb of God whom taketh away the sin of the world. Help us to keep our eyes fixed upon Jesus and never lose sight of his sacrifice for us. May we boldly tell others who He is, just as John the Baptist did, strengthen our faith today and help us walk in gratitude for the salvation you have provided through Christ. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen. As you go through your day, remember these simple words Behold the Lamb of God. When life becomes uncertain, look to Him. When temptation comes, look to Him. When your heart is troubled, look to Him. Jesus has not changed, and neither has His power to save, forgive, and sustain those who trust in Him. Thank you for listening to Morning Manor. Until next time, may the Lord bless you, keep you, and fill your day with His peace.