He Must Increase
As the forerunner to Jesus, John the Baptist likens himself to the bridegroom’s friend, concluding, “He must increase, and I must decrease.” John first explains Christ’s matchless authority—he comes from above, so is therefore above all. Second, John points to Jesus’ testimony—he is the heaven-sent, Spirit-filled, truth of God, who bears witness to what he has seen and heard from above. Thirdly, John illustrates the gift of Jesus—given by the Father to his people. With this gift comes the promised good news: whoever believes in the Son, has eternal life.
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03/30/25
The Lord of Highest Honor
The prophet Malachi rebukes Israel for offering polluted sacrifices to God. They had ignored God’s commands regarding worship and instead ...
Matt Ross
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03/30/25
The Lord of Unchanging Love
In the opening of the book of Malachi, God declares his unfailing love for his people. Rather than responding with ...
Matt Ross
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03/23/25
Resisting the Devil
Scripture is clear that we will face hardship in this life. 1 Peter 5 calls believers to resist the evil ...
Nick Spurgeon