What has happened to John the Baptist? What do his disciples ask Jesus?

Jesus replied to John’s disciples that some OT prophecy has been fulfilled.

Read the following verses and consider: How has Jesus fulfilled these prophecies? What does this reveal about Jesus?

Isaiah 35:4-6

Isaiah 61:1-3

By declaring that John the Baptist is the Elijah, what is Jesus saying about himself?

Verse 12 is quite cryptic. The New Bible Commentary says that it likely refers to the way that the true teaching of God’s word always has opposition - which is evident given John’s current imprisonment (and future death) and Jesus’ future suffering at the cross.

In what ways were John and Jesus different from what people expected? (v16-19)

How was the wisdom of John and Jesus proved right in the end?

Are there ways Jesus defies your expectations of what a Messiah should be?

1. Thank God for His wisdom in fulfilling prophecy through Jesus and John. Pray for trust in Jesus, even when He defies your expectations.

2. Mark & Anne Osborne: Pray for the church in their region to hold onto Jesus as their hope during difficult times.

3. COM: Pray for the COM to lead and serve with wisdom, integrity, and a Christ-centered vision. Pray that they would care well for our church resources and facilities.