Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12
Lesson Outline
The incarnation and preparation of the King (Matthew 1:1-4:11)The incarnation of the King (Matthew 1:1-2:23)The preparation of the King (Matthew 3:1-4:11)The forerunner of the King (Matthew 3:1-2)His work (Matthew 3:1-2)To proclaim repentance (Matthew 3:1-2a)To proclaim the nearness of the kingdom (Matthew 3:2b)His fulfillment of prophecy (Matthew 3:3)His uniqueness (Matthew 3:4-6)The proclamation of the forerunner (Matthew 3:7-12)A warning about hypocrisy (Matthew 3:7-9)A warning about coming judgment (Matthew 3:10)A word about the Messiah (Matthew 3:11-12)Conclusion and application