BIBLE CHARACTERS: John the Baptist

I. Self Denial (Matt. 3:4)
   A. Gave up comforts & conveniences

II. Courage (Matt. 3:7)
   A. Stood against sin

III. Obedience (Matt. 3:15)
   A. Responded to the will of God

IV. Powerful Preacher(Mk. 1:5)
   A. Unanimous response

V. Humility (Mk. 1:7)
   A. Felt unworthy

VI. Holiness(Mk. 6:20)
   A. Apparent in His demeanor

VII. Burning zeal (John5:35)
   A. All consuming passion for souls

VIII. Faith in Christ (John 1:29)
   A. Believed in the life and death of Jesus

IX. Fullness of the spirit (Luke 1:15-17)
   A. Sanctified from mother's womb

X. Beheaded by Herod (Matt. 14:1,4,13)

John makes the transition from law to grace


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