After the 400 years of God’s silence and no prophets, John comes preaching the word of God, speaking of the kingdom of heaven. No wonder people flocked to hear him in interest! Today we look at his appearance, where he ministers, and what he does.

Matthew 3:4-6

4 Now John wore a garment of camel's hair and a leather belt around his waist, and his food was locusts and wild honey. 5 Then Jerusalem and all Judea and all the region about the Jordan were going out to him, 6 and they were baptized by him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins.

[ WHAT ] is this passage saying and what is a key truth or thought that we learn?

+ What does John wear?

+ What does John eat? His diet is very simple and can be found in the wilderness where he lives and preaches. What do you think his simple choices of food and clothing say about his character?

+ What is the significance of the people of the city going to hear John in the wilderness?

+ What does John do for them?

+ Why do you think God chooses to prepare the way for Jesus with a humble man in the wilderness?

+ What does this passage say about Jesus, his work, his ministry?

[ HOW ] is the Lord calling me to action/obedience?

+ John calls the people to confess their sins. Is there sin to confess or a next step to take? How has it gone since last time?

[ WHO ] am I walking with and praying for to discover Jesus?

+ What is my next step?