Translations
Original
Notes
the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie: The untying of sandals was done only by slaves. John was showing great honor to Jesus the Messiah.
Baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire: Old Testament prophets said God would give his Spirit to his people in the last times (Isaiah 32:15, Ezekiel 36:28–29; Joel 2:28). This prophecy partly came true on the day of Pentecost (Acts 2). Fire often represents judgment (see Luke 3:9). It can also represent the spiritual cleansing and purifying of God's people (see 1 Corinthians 3:10–15; compare Isaiah 4:4; Malachi 3:2).
Events
- John the Baptist Begins Ministryc. AD 26
Parallels
People
John: The Baptist, a prophet who prepared the way for Jesus
Glossary
Baptism Baptism of Fire Baptism of the Spirit Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Christ Exhortation Genealogy Gospel John the Baptist Luke, Gospel of New Covenant Prophecy Tongues of Fire
Topics
Baptism of the Holy Spirit Fire: Spiritual Power Humility: John the Baptist Jesus, the Christ: Perfections of not Classified Under Foregoing Topics John: Testifies to the Messiahship of Jesus Prophesying Shoe: Loosing of, a Humble Service Trinity: The Holy