Matthew 3:1-3

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on Matthew 3:1-3

1In those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the wilderness of Judea
2and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.”
3This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah:
“A voice of one calling in the wilderness,
‘Prepare the way for the Lord,
make straight paths for Him.’”
— Matthew 3:1-3

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In those days John the Baptist came ......
Illustration of Matthew 3:1-2

Illustration of Matthew 3:1-2 -- In those days John the Baptist came ... saying, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near."

Pointing the way.
Illustration of Matthew 3:2

Inspirational illustration of Matthew 3:2 -- [In those days John the Baptist came...] saying, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near."

Preparing the Way
Illustration of Matthew 3:3-4 NLT

Illustration of Matthew 3:3-4 NLT -- The prophet Isaiah was speaking about John [the Baptist] when he said, "He is a voice shouting in the wilderness, 'Prepare the way for the Lord's coming! Clear the road for him!'" John's clothes were woven from coarse camel hair, and he wore a leather belt around his waist. For food he ate locusts and wild honey.

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