John’s Message and Baptism

Matthew 3:4–6

We will talk about the kingdom and its coming over the course of our study this year. For now, note that God’s kingdom did not come with military force, as was popularly expected, but in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Though foretold by the prophets, many people missed this truth. Today, many churches expect the kingdom to come through programs, cultural savvy, and political legislation. May we never believe this falsehood.

For further study:

Psalm 103:19

The Bible in a year:

Genesis 42–43

For the weekend:

Genesis 44–49