Isa 40:3-5 “Preparing the Way”

Isa 40:3-5 “Preparing the Way”

The classic prophet, Camel’s hair, leather belt, Locust and Honey

Live in the desert near where the Jorden meets the dead sea.

A day’s journey from Jerusalem (30-40 miles)

Speaks out about Herod’s sin

Speaks out about the sin of the religious system.

Repent, not just atone for.

The Kingdom of heaven is at hand, present yet not complete

Baptism of repentance, normally used for converts to Judaism

Atonement was the end for Jews, John teaches there is something more

Our forgiveness just prepares the way.

The roman’s builders of roads. Precursor to our modern highway.

The filling of the Holy Spirit was reserved for prophets and special people

Prepare the way in our own lives.
repentance, seeking more, relationship with God.

Prepare the way for others.
there is something more than forgiveness

Every day there is something new, more to be learned, more to be experienced.