Tag Archives: John the Baptist

The Real Jesus

Posted on December 13, 2013 by billtonnis

Matthew 11:18-19 For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they said, ‘He is possessed by a demon.’ The Son of Man came eating and drinking and they said, ‘Look, he is a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of … Continue reading →

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Jesus Is the Way

Posted on September 27, 2013 by billtonnis

Luke 9:18-20 Once when Jesus was praying in solitude, and the disciples were with him, he asked them, “Who do the crowds say that I am?” They said in reply, “John the Baptist; others, Elijah; still others, ‘One of the … Continue reading →

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Way to Freedom

Posted on August 5, 2013 by billtonnis

Matthew 14:13-14 When Jesus heard of the death of John the Baptist, Jesus withdrew in a boat to a deserted place by himself. The crowds heard of this and followed him on foot from their towns. When he disembarked and … Continue reading →

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Born Again

Posted on June 24, 2013 by billtonnis

Luke 1:80 “The child grew and became strong in spirit, and he was in the desert until the day of his manifestation to Israel.” Today’s passage comes from the account of the birth of John the Baptist. Many believed John … Continue reading →

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Do Not Judge

Posted on December 14, 2012 by billtonnis

Matthew 11:18-19 For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they said, ‘He is possessed by a demon.’ The Son of Man came eating and drinking and they said, ‘Look, he is a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of … Continue reading →

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