2. 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.

3. 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”

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

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

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

7. 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.