Synoptic Study

In those days came John the Baptist, preaching in the wilderness of Judaea, And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.(Mat 3:1-2)

Doctrinal Statement

Inerrancy of Scripture

Sanctify them through thy truth:
thy word is truth. (John 17:17)



One way to Salvation

Jesus saith unto him, I am the
way, the truth, and the life:
no man cometh unto the Father,
but by me. (John 14:6)



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1.Who was John the Baptist? His parents? His relationship to Jesus?

2.What was John the Baptist’s message?

3.What was the Old Testament prophecy about John the Baptist? (Is 40:3, Mal 3:1)

4.Explain his statement “bring forth fruits of repentance” in Mt 3:8 or10?

5.Explain Mt 3:11.

6.Explain Mt 3:12.

7.Explain the timing, purpose, and difference in Mt 3:11 & 12. Has verse 3:11 been fulfilled? If so when? When will verse 3:12 be fulfilled?

8.What was John’s question in Mt 11:1-6? What was Jesus’ response?

9.Explain John the Baptist statements of;
a.Repent – the kingdom is at hand – Mt 3:2
b.One coming whose shoes I am not fit to untie
c. One coming to baptize with spirit & fire

10.In Mt 16:13-16 Jesus ask the question who do people say I am? What was Peter’s response? What is your response?

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