Did John the Baptist fulfill the Elijah prophecy from Malachi—restoring hearts for the Messiah? If so, why did the people reject Jesus? Was John's mission a failure? Unpack the "or else" clause, the disciples' resurrection confusion, and God's thunderous command: "This is my Son—listen to Him!" Learn to listen courageously, expect suffering in glory, and see how YOU continue Elijah's heart-turning ministry today. If you enjoy the episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast and leaving a 5-stars rating. This helps others find the podcast. My sermons are the fruit of nearly 30 years of pastoral ministry, biblical counseling, formal seminary training, and a lifelong passion for God's Word. Since childhood, I've been drawn to the beauty and power of expository preaching—opening Scripture verse by verse and applying it to real life. After graduating from Moody Bible Institute, I spent the next 27 years serving as a youth pastor, senior pastor, church planter, and host of the Food For Your Soul radio broadcast. Along the way, I also earned a Master of Sacred Literature and a Doctor of Religious Studies. For more content from D. Richard Ferguson, visit TreasuringGod.com. Follow on social: • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darrell.r.ferguson/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.DRichardFerguson