Mar 26, 2024 · Since John was already in prison, it was a simple thing to send the executioner to behead John, which is exactly what happened (Mark 6:27–28). It was a sad and ignoble end to …

John the Baptist (he was only referred to as such after he began to baptize) was born to a woman in her old age named Elizabeth. God, although she had been barren all her life, healed her so …

Jun 24, 2024 · With John’s baptism, a person repented of sin and was therefore ready to place his faith in Jesus Christ. John’s baptism foreshadowed what Jesus would accomplish, much as …

Oct 21, 2025 · John was also the “greatest” in that he preached with the power of Elijah (Luke 1:17; 3:7–18). John shared many qualities with Elijah, including calling a nation to repentance, …

Mar 2, 2023 · Through the testimony of Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Zechariah, and John the Baptist himself, God makes it clear that this rugged wilderness preacher is the fulfillment of …

Apr 4, 2025 · At first glance, the purpose Jesus’ baptism is unclear. John’s baptism was the baptism of repentance (Matthew 3:11), but Jesus was sinless and had no need of repentance. …

May 15, 2025 · John baptized with water to signify repentance, but he was preparing the way for One who would baptize with the Holy Spirit and fire—a spiritual baptism, not a physical one. …

Mar 24, 2025 · John the Baptist even goes so far as to specifically deny that he was Elijah (John 1:19–23). John did for Jesus what Elijah was to have done for the coming of the Lord, but he …

Before we mention the disciples he attracted we need to learn a little bit about John the Baptist himself. He was born in 5 B.C. just 6 months before the birth of Jesus Christ. His father …

Oct 29, 2025 · John the Baptist’s statement that “He must increase, but I must decrease” (John 3:30, ESV) is simple but remarkable, and it is one of the most imitable statements ever made. …