The Forerunner

I. The Introduction
A. Gospel
B. Christ
C. Son of God

II. The Prediction of the Forerunner

III. The Message of the Forerunner
A. A Personal Repentance
B. A Powerful Redeemer
i. Deity
ii. Majesty
iii. Distinctiveness

IV. The Response to the Forerunner
A. Uncompromising and Fully Devoted to God
B. Fearless
C. Humble

(Modern Ministry:

1. People-Pleasing
2. Politicking
3. Popularity-Seeking)

V. The Validation of the Forerunner (Why Was Jesus Baptized?)
A. Inauguration of His Public Ministry
B. Act of Identifying With Sinners
C. Example For Us
D. Validation of John's Ministry

Application

1. A Glorious Proclamation of the Lord's Identity
   A. Savior
   B. Anointed
   C. Son of God

2. A Helpful Examination of Biblical Ministry
   A. John's Mission
   B. John's Message

3. A Reminder of the Saint's Responsibility