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Which title does John the Baptist use when he refers to Jesus in John 1?
He is also known as John the Forerunner in Christianity, John the Immerser in some Baptist Christian traditions, and Prophet Yaḥyā in Islam. He is sometimes alternatively referred to as John the Baptizer….John the Baptist.
| Saint John the Baptist | |
|---|---|
| Patronage | See Commemoration |
What is John the Baptist best known for?
John the Baptist was an ascetic Jewish prophet known in Christianity as the forerunner of Jesus. John preached about God’s Final Judgment and baptized repentant followers in preparation for it. Jesus was among the recipients of his rite of baptism.
Who is the prophet referred to in John 1?
The prophet was actually Jesus, but the Jews were questioning John about whether he was the prophet which Moses had foretold. Many associated the prophet Moses foretold with the Messiah and they understood that Daniel’s prophecy of 70 weeks indicated that the time for the Messiah to arrive was near.
Why does John describe Jesus as the Word?
John’s purpose is to establish the fact that Jesus is God and man in one person. By presenting Jesus Christ as the Word through which all things were created, John is saying that God chose Jesus as his messenger/messiah to tell us about himself. Jesus is God and the revealer of God the Father.
What was the purpose of John the Baptist ministry?
The purpose of John the Baptist’s ministry is to prepare the way for the Lord. His ministry is one which removes obstacles from people’s understanding about how to follow after God.
What can we learn from John the Baptist?
Those who speak out must do so in love. Don’t misunderstand love and think that it’s weak, soft, or capitulating on principles. The fact is, love is bold and strong. John the Baptist told the truth and risked his life in love.