John baptist

John the Baptist Baptizing Jesus, by Greg K. Olsen

Matthew 3:5-6. “Then went out to him Jerusalem, and all Judea, and all the region round about Jordan. And were baptized of him in Jordan, confessing their sins.”Have you ever wondered a…

In Mark 1:1-11 we read of John the Baptist and the baptism of Jesus Christ. John the Baptist was often viewed as weird and somewhat of an outcast by society. Even though John was not necessarily viewed in a positive light, and he himself did not think himself worthy, he still baptized Jesus Christ. In my opinion, as someone who is still struggling with her faith, I see this as somewhat comforting. I have made many mistakes in life, big and small, and often find myself wondering why God would…

This painting is a copy of "Saint John the Baptist" by Leonardo da Vinci in Louvre. The dark background of the original masterpiece is changed into rocky landscape (which was popular among followers of Leonardo). Actually, it is said that Leonardo did a pseudo-portrait of Andrea Salai (Salaino, known also by name Giacomo Caprotti) in "St. John" painting. He was da Vinci's pupil and also, most probably, his lover. This painting is a copy made by... Salai himself. So, knowing that, this…

Baptism of the Lord is an Anglican and Roman Catholic celebration of the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist.

A prophecy is a message inspired by God, a divine revelation. Although Bible prophecy is being fulfilled today, not all divine revelations have future fulfillment.

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