1. The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 3:1-17

2. The Gospel of Matthew The Work of John: 3:1-12 Isaiah’s Prophecy John’s Lifestyle John’s Teaching & Baptism His words about Jesus

3. The Gospel of Matthew The Work of John: 3:1-12 “Kingdom of Heaven is at hand.” Gr. eggizo “to draw or come near to, to approach.” cf. Mt 4:17; 10:7; Luke 10:9-11 – Kingdom was established (cf. Col 1:13-14). “One crying in the wilderness” (Isaiah 40:1-3). Mt 11:13-14; Mal 4:4-6

4. The Gospel of Matthew The Work of John: 3:1-12 John’s Lifestyle. – Clothing & temperance (Mt 3:4; 10:18). Teaching & baptism ( Mt 3:5-10; cf. Luke 3:7-20). – Baptism of repentance (cf. Mk 1:4; Acts 19:4). Jew baptized proselytes before NT.

5. The Gospel of Matthew The Work of John: 3:1-12 Words about Jesus. – Will baptize with water & fire. – Sandals – Carry (Mt 3:11); Loosen (Mk 1:7). – Winnowing fan (Mt 3:12). – Lamb of God (John 1:35-36). – He must increase (John 3:26-30).

6. The Gospel of Matthew The Baptism of Jesus: 3:13-17 Why was Jesus baptized? The Spirit in the form of a dove The voice from Heaven

7. The Gospel of Matthew The Baptism of Jesus: 2:13-23 “To fulfill all righteousness.” – It was right for Jews to accept John’s baptism (cf. Mt 17:24-27). Spirit of God descending. (Acts 10:38). Voice from heaven. (Mt 17:5; II Pet 1:17).

8. The Gospel of Matthew Next Week: Matthew 4:1-25