The Jewish priest and Levites must have been seeking "The Christ" when John told them he was not "The Christ." They then ask if he was Elijah to which he said he was not. John tells them in verse 23 chapter 1, "I (John) the voice in the desert saying, 'Make straight the way of the LORD.' They then asked why he baptized if he were not Christ, Elijah, or a prophet. Verse 26, "John replied, 'I baptize with water, but He Who comes after me I am unworthy to untie His sandals.' " Jesus would soon be coming into His ministry which would bring thousands to realize Who He is! Yet, there would still be denial by them concerning the truth of Jesus being their Messiah. "He (Jesus) came to His Own and they received Him not." (John 1:11) This opened the door for the Gentiles Who did recognize His salvation for all who came unto Him for forgiveness of sins. Have you realized your condition for the need of Jesus Christ's salvation for you? There is a time coming when every single person will stand before Him. I pray you stand for your reward and not your eternal judgment of punishment. Know the joy of your salvation in Him by accepting His sacrifice on the Cross for your sins. Hear John's message of Jesus' preparing The Way!
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