Sunday morning Sermon about John the Baptist Question: When you hear God's voice, what does it sound like? What do you hear? Movements in this chapter (Matt 3) Point one: John the prophet (doing what God called him to do...get ready for Jesus!) Point two: John the weird man in the wilderness (living a "set apart" life) John was committed to his cause. Sold out! A man of integrity. Point three: John the harsh preacher "the coming wrath" (has no patience for the appearance of repentance/righteousness without true fruit) John was not soft and cuddly, he was harsh, direct and intense. Point Four: John the baptizer (the act of being baptized is a big deal) He called people to baptism. He called people to radical life change. There are at least 4 reasons Jesus came to earth. 1) to conquer evil 2) to die in our place 3) to set us free from slavery 4) to show us the way to live - This is the one that is represented here. Jesus is showing us how to live a righteous life. He is identifying with us and showing us how to be righteous. And in this case, that road leads to baptism. Conclusion 1) Its time to get radical. Fulfill your life calling.
2) Its time to get real. There is a coming wrath, and for us not to tell people is irresponsible.
3) Its time for radical, real life change. When you hear God's voice, what does it sound like? Is it urgent, is it firm, is it clear?
2) Its time to get real. There is a coming wrath, and for us not to tell people is irresponsible.
3) Its time for radical, real life change. When you hear God's voice, what does it sound like? Is it urgent, is it firm, is it clear?
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