Daily Word Of God
Matthew 11:11-15
Jesus spoke to the crowds: ‘In truth I tell you, of all the children born to women, there has never been anyone greater than John the Baptist; yet the least in the kingdom of Heaven is greater than he.
Since John the Baptist came, up to this present time, the kingdom of Heaven has been subjected to violence and the violent are taking it by storm. Because it was towards John that all the prophecies of the prophets and of the Law were leading; and he, if you will believe me, is the Elijah who was to return. Anyone who has ears should listen!’
Today's Pointers on God's Word
As you read the passage what words, phases or meanings caught your attention?
- Jesus declares that John the Baptist is the great herald who prepares and points the way to the Messiah, Jesus Himself.
- By witnessing to the truth with great courage and passion, John paid the price of martyrdom because the message was too much for King Herod’s adulteress wife and the other people to bear.
- John’s death proved to be victorious rather than defeat for the kingdom of God. Through John, more people were opened and drawn to accepting the Good News of Salvation. Are you ready to witness to Christ and to suffer for His sake?