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The Rugged Man: A Witness to the True Light

Explore the portraits of John the Baptist in the Gospel of John, a nomadic man with a simple yet powerful message. Discover the evidence of repentance and the impact it can have on generosity, honesty, respect, and satisfaction in life.

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The Rugged Man: A Witness to the True Light

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  1. John 1:6-9 6  There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. 7 This man came for a witness, to bear witness of the Light, that all through him might believe.8  He was not that Light, but was sent to bear witness of that Light. 9  That was the true Light which gives light to every man coming into the world.

  2. The Portraits in John’s Gospel • Nomadic man, probably an Essene • Priestly descent • From the region of the Dead Sea, • Luke 1:80 “man of the wilderness”

  3. A Rugged Man, Simple Message • A VOICE CRYING IN THE WILDERNESS • John 1:6-9

  4. A Rugged Man, Simple Message • PREPARE THE WAY OF THE LORD: • Luke 3:3-6

  5. A Rugged Man, Simple Message • HE MUST INCREASE (give evidence of repentance) • Luke 3:10-14

  6. A Rugged Man, Simple Message Evidences of Repentance: Repentance results in generosity to those who have not. Repentance results in honesty in your business. Repentance results in respectful treatment of others. Repentance results in satisfaction with your needs being met.

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