“He must increase, but I must decrease.” — John 3:30
John the Baptist knew that his role was to prepare the way for Jesus, but now that Christ has come, John’s influence must fade while Jesus’ authority and mission take center stage. This is a statement of humility and surrender — John understands that it is not about his own status but about exalting Christ.
As believers, our goal should be to magnify Christ in our lives rather than seeking personal recognition. This means putting aside pride, self-importance, and personal ambitions to let Jesus take priority. Our actions, words, and decisions should reflect that He is increasing in our hearts while our own desires and egos decrease. True discipleship is about making Christ the focus, not ourselves.