John the Baptist Facts
Who was the father of John the Baptist?
Zechariah.
What was the garment that John the Baptist wore made of?
Camel's hair.
What type of insect did John the Baptist eat for food?
Locusts and wild honey.
Why was Jesus baptized?
To set an example for other people.
Who came to Zacharias to tell him that his wife would have son?
The Angel Gabriel
In what river did John the Baptist baptize?
Jordan.
Was John the Baptist a Prophet?
When asked, he said he was not, but...
Yes, John the Baptist was considered a major prophet, frequently recognized as the last and greatest of the Old Covenant prophets who prepared the way for Jesus.
John the Baptist said that the one that comes after him would baptize with what?
The Holy Spirit
Cousin.
Speaking with Jesus, what did John the Baptist say he was unworthy to do?
Untie his sandals.
What happened when John the Baptist baptized Jesus?
Heaven was opened and he saw the spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him.
What prophet said that there would be a voice crying in the wilderness to prepare the way of the Lord.
Isaiah
Who was the mother of John the Baptist?
Elizabeth.
What important man is John the Baptist recorded as baptizing?
Jesus.
What did John the Baptist hear God say after he baptized Jesus?
This is my beloved Son, with who I am well pleased.
Who was John the beloved disciple of Jesus a disciple of first (before becoming a disciple of Jesus)?
John the Baptist.
Where was John the Baptist when the word of God came to him?
In the wilderness.
For what purpose did John the Baptise baptize?
Forgiveness of sins.
What was John the Baptist Message?
Repent (Change your inner self- your old way of thinking, regret past sins, live your life in a way that proves repentance; seek God's Purpose for your life.
JESUS IS COMING!
Why must baptism be followed by the gift of the Holy Spirit?
Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God.