The Prophets
760 BC
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The Baptism of Jesus
Jesus’ baptism is depicted in the 19th-century painting. John the Baptist is wearing traditional robes made of camel hair, pouring water over Jesus, who stands before him. The dove from heaven has descended on Jesus, representing the Holy Spirit's presence.
The Spirit Descending on Jesus
This painting from 1895 shows John the Baptist pouring water over Jesus, whose head is illuminated, representing his divine nature. The Holy Spirit, represented by the dove, is descending on Jesus.
The Baptism of Christ
This Renaissance painting from 1591 imagines the scene at the Jordan River where John the Baptizer is pouring water over Jesus as the dove descends from God the Father, pictured in the clouds.
The Baptism of Christ
This Baroque period painting from 1622-1623 imagines the scene of John pouring water over Jesus while the Spirit descends in the form of a dove.
The Baptism of Christ
This 19th-century painting depicts God’s light shining down on Jesus as he rises up out of the water.
Bethany Beyond the Jordan
The baptism site known as “Bethany Beyond the Jordan” ruins on the eastern side of the Jordan River across from Jericho. This location has been preserved as the place where John the Baptist baptized Jesus.
The Baptism Site of Jesus
This is a side view of Jesus’ baptism site, known as “Bethany Beyond the Jordan,” on the eastern side of the Jordan River, across from Jericho.
The Modern Jordan River
This picture is of the modern Jordan River near the traditional baptismal site. In Jesus' day, the river would have been significantly wider with a greater water flow.
A Monument Marking Jesus’ Baptism
A cross marking the area of Jesus' baptism site overlooking the Jordan River.
St. John The Baptist Greek Orthodox Church
This is one of several churches or chapels rebuilt in this area, marking Jesus’ baptism.
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The Old Testament Prophets were God’s chosen vessels to deliver His message to the Israelites. They played a crucial role in the Israelites’ history and worship of their God. They spoke about the Lord’s love and justice, warned of impending judgment for disobedience, and offered hope for the future.
Many prophets throughout the Old Testament spoke the Word of the Lord, including people like Elijah and Elisha. However, most prophets wrote their prophecies, giving us seventeen books in the Old Testament. Their books are divided into two main categories: the Major Prophets and the Minor Prophets. The Major Prophets include Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel, and Daniel, while the Minor Prophets include Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi.
God lays out the standard for prophets commanding that they never tell people to worship other gods or face the penalty of death Deuteronomy 13:1-11. While other nations may have prophets foretelling their future, God will raise his prophets which can be verified by the future events they predict coming true Deuteronomy 18:9-22.
While each prophet had a unique message and style, they all worked to guard the covenantal relationship between God and His people. They spoke to the people, especially the kings, calling them to repent, return to the Lord, or face the coming judgments for their sins. They also promised restoration and redemption for those who returned to God.
The prophets’ messages were often delivered through visions, dreams, and symbolic language. The Word of the Lord was only sometimes easy to understand or accept. However, they also brought hope, looking forward to the coming of a Messiah who would bring salvation to the world.
The prophets’ messages were often unpopular and met resistance from the people and their kings. Some were persecuted and even killed for speaking the truth. Through their powerful messages of hope, judgment, and redemption, the prophetic books remind us of the importance of faithfulness to God and the consequences of turning away from Him.
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