He came as a witness to testify about the Light, so that through him everyone might believe.
Paul explained: “John’s baptism was a baptism of repentance. He told the people to believe in the One coming after him,
But to all who did receive Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God—
Then John testified, “I saw the Spirit descending from heaven like a dove and resting on Him.
When he saw Jesus walking by, he said, “Look, the Lamb of God!”
You have sent to John, and he has testified to the truth.
The true Light, who gives light to everyone, was coming into the world.
“I baptize with water,” John replied, “but among you stands One you do not know.
The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise as some understand slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting anyone to
So John’s disciples came to him and said, “Look, Rabbi, the One who was with you beyond the Jordan, the One you testifie
For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to everyone.
who wants everyone to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.
and to illuminate for everyone the stewardship of this mystery, which for ages past was kept hidden in God, who created
John testified concerning Him. He cried out, saying, “This is He of whom I said, ‘He who comes after me has surpassed me
And this was John’s testimony when the Jews of Jerusalem sent priests and Levites to ask him, “Who are you?”