Matthew 3:1-3
John the Baptist was the last of the Old Testament prophets. His sole responsibility was to point to One greater than himself. John 1:27, 30, 3:30
Seven truths about John the Baptist
1. The Ministry of John the Baptist – Vs. 1
. Malachi 3:1, 4:5-6; Matthew 11:10, 17:11-13; Luke 1:5-17, 64, 80
2. The Message of John the Baptist – Vs. 2
. REPENT!! This was the same message as Jesus gave in 4:17
. The true Gospel message must always start with repentance
. Ezekiel 18:30, Luke 13:5, Acts 2:38, 17:30
. Repentance demands an emotional and a volitional response – 2 Corinthians 7:10
3. The Motive of John the Baptist – Vs. 3