John the Baptist Flashcards
1
Q
What did he call people to do?
A
John the Baptist called people to repent of their sin and be baptised
2
Q
What does baptism symbolise?
A
the spiritual cleansing God offers through Jesus’ death
3
Q
What was his role?
A
John claimed he was preparing a way for someone more important. It had been predicted in the Old Testament that he would come and make the way for the Messiah
