Luke 3:1-20 (Part 1)

Luke 3:1-20 (Part 1)
Introduction
I tell you, among those born of women none is greater than John. (Lk. 7:28)
I.John: Prophet of the Most High
And you, child, will be called the prophet of the Most High… (1:76)
A.John and OT Prophets
1.Historically Rooted (Is.1:1; Jer. 1:2-3; Hos. 1:1)
2.Challenging the Status Quo
3.Requiring Faith to Heed
…the Pharisees and the lawyers rejected the purpose of God for themselves, not having been baptized by him. (Luke 7:30)
B.John and NT Preachers
What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. This is he of whom it is written, ‘Behold, I send my messenger before your face, who will prepare your way before you.' (Luke 7:26-27)
1.The Forerunner to Jesus
2.Word and Sacrament
II.John: Preacher of Righteousness
A.Children of Abraham & Brood of Vipers
Conclusion