Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
The baptism of John, was it from heaven, or of men?
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Baptism
Luke 7:28
And I tell you, among [all] those born of women, there is no one greater than John [the Immerser], yet the least significant person in the kingdom of God is greater than he."
Matthew 11:7
As the messengers [sent by John. See Luke 7:27] went on their way, Jesus began to talk to the crowds about John. [He said], "What did you expect to see when you went out into the desert? A tall stem swaying in the wind?
Matthew 17:11
Jesus answered them, "Elijah truly was to come, and restore all things [i.e., to their proper perspective concerning the Messiah].
Matthew 21:25
Where did the immersion of John come from? From heaven or from men?" And they discussed this among themselves, saying, "If we say, 'from heaven,' He will say to us, 'Why then did you not believe his message?'
John 1:6
There was a man sent from God whose name was John [the Immerser].
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Luke 15:18
I will get up and go to my father and say to him, Father, I have sinned against [the God of] heaven and against you.
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Luke 22:68
And if I asked you [who I am] you would not answer.