Tag Archives: John

Things that puzzle and provoke me. Matthew 3:9-12.

Posted on 04/16/2023 by remso

In the previous post on Matthew 3, we touched on verses 9 – 12, but as I look at these verses again, I see things that provoke and puzzle me. For example: “And do not presume to say to yourselves, … Continue reading →

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All the region were going out to him, and they were baptized, confessing their sins. Matthew 3:4-12.

Posted on 04/09/2023 by remso

I am a big fan of the series The Chosen. If you were to ask why, I would tell you that even though we have limited information to define the events we see on screen, there is enough information in scripture to validate … Continue reading →

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A voice cries out in the desert: “Clear a way for the LORD.” Matthew 31-3.

Posted on 04/02/2023 by remso

Matthew chapter three opens with a fast-forward of about 25 years. The headline from the Berean Study Bible (and most of them say the same thing) reads: “John the Baptist Prepares the Way” “And in those days John the Immerser … Continue reading →

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Well then, come and see, and therefore the two disciples heard and followed. John 1:36-42.

Posted on 02/27/2023 by remso

Previously we learned that a primary function of John the baptizer’s mission served was to announce that Jesus was manifested to Israel. Did that happen? Yes, but from a human standpoint, many looked at the baptizer as a crazy man; … Continue reading →

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He who baptizes with the Holy Spirit. John 1:32-35.

Posted on 02/19/2023 by remso

Previously I told you about an unusual statement from John the baptizer. “I did not recognize Him, but so that He might be manifested to Israel, I came baptizing in water.” (John 1:31 NASB) If I focus on the first part … Continue reading →

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Don’t you wonder if others heard God’s voice that day. John 1:30, 31.

Posted on 02/11/2023 by remso

I can hear the sarcasm in John’s voice as he says “This is the One about whom I told you, ‘He who comes after me is above me, because He was before me.’” (John 1:30 TLV) John is not only Jesus’ cousin, … Continue reading →

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They asked if you are not the Christ, Elijah, or the Prophet, why are you baptizing? John 1: 28, 29.

Posted on 02/01/2023 by remso

If you are a follower of Christ, a similar question will be asked about you. Since you are not Christ, why are you trying to change anybody’s life? The world and many religious people do not know that we gave … Continue reading →

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Are you Elijah? I am not. Then who are you? John 1:25.

Posted on 01/27/2023 by remso

John the Baptist told those who came to question him that he was NOT Elijah, nor was he the Messiah. “They asked him, “If you’re not the Messiah, Elijah, or the Prophet, why then are you immersing?” (John 1:25 TLV) It is … Continue reading →

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John didn’t refuse to answer. He told them clearly. John 1:19-23.

Posted on 01/26/2023 by remso

I am writing to people who have been taught poorly or were taught falsehoods, and some errors are intentional. I will include myself in this next weakness within the Christian community, and that is that WE do not nor will … Continue reading →

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Grace and truth were realized through Jesus. John 1:15-18.

Posted on 01/23/2023 by remso

“In Him was life, and the life was the Light of men. The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it.” (John 1:4-5 NASB) Some need to know information. As I pointed out in a previous … Continue reading →