Who Was John the Baptist
Where did Johm the Baptist preach?
In the wilderness (Mark 1:4)
What was John sent to do?
Prepare the way for the Lord (Mark 1:2-3)
What did John tell people to do before being baptized?
Repent (turn away from sin) Mark 1:8
Who did John say was coming after him?
Someone more powerful than him (Jesus) (Mark 1:7)
Who should always be the focus—John or Jesus?
Jesus (Mark 1:7)
What kind of clothes did John wear?
Camel's hair with a leather belt. (Mark 1:6)
What Old Testament prophet did John's mission come from?
Isaiah (Mark 1:2-3)
What did John use to baptize people?
Water (Mark 1:8)
What did John say he was not worthy to do for Jesus?
Untie His sandals (Mark 1:7)
What does John teach us about telling the truth?
Always be honest about who we are. (John 1:20)
What did John eat while loiving in the wilderness?
Locusts and wild honey (Mark 1:6)
What did John call himself when questioned by priests?
“A voice calling in the wilderness” John 1:23
Why were people coming to John?
To confess their sins. (Mark 1:8)
How did John say Jesus would baptize people?
With the Holy Spirit (Mark 1:8)
What can we learn from John pointing others to Jesus?
Tell others about Jesus. John 1:23
When asked who he was, what did John say he was NOT?
The Messiah (Christ) John 1:20
Who sent priests and Levites to ask John who he was?
Jewish leaders from Jerusalem. John 1:19
What does “prepare the way” mean?
Get hearts ready for the Lord. (Mark 1:3)
Did John say he was the Messiah?
No. (Johm 1:20)
What can we do today to “prepare the way” for Jesus?
Turn to God and obey Him. (Mark 1:3-4)
Who are John the Baptist parents?
Elizabeth, mother (Luke 1:13)
Zechariah, father (Luke 1:67)
What message did John preach to the people?
“Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near” Matthew 3:2
What prophet said someone would prepare the way for the Lord?
Isaiah (Isaiah 40:3)
Where did John baptize Jesus?
The Jordan River (Matthew 3:13)
What did John say about Jesus becoming greater?
“He must increase, I must decrease” (John 3:30)