JOHN THE BAPTIST

Frederick Brotherton Meyer

Mas 2022 · Peoples of the Old & New Testament World Ibhuku elingu-5 · Christian Publishing House

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JOHN THE BAPTIST, son of Zechariah and Elizabeth, the forerunner of Jesus, came preaching just before Jesus’ ministry, announcing the passage of one and heralding the coming of another. John began his preaching in the Wilderness of Judea, saying: “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” (Matt. 3:1-2) He wore clothing of camel hair and a leather girdle belt around his loins, similar to that of the prophet Elijah. Meyer tells the historical account of the prophet’s life, winding historical insights with spiritual lessons. The outcome is an inspiring account of John the Baptist that moves readers to take note just as John the Baptist commanded: “Behold the Lamb of God!”

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Frederick Brotherton Meyer was a Baptist pastor and evangelist. He was educated at Brighton College, University of London, and Regent’s Park College. Meyer was well known for his friendship with Dwight L. Moody and became involved with ministry work on both sides of the Atlantic. He wrote over 40 books, including Christian biographies and devotional commentaries on the Bible, such as The Bells of Is, Christ in Isaiah, Abraham: or, the Obedience of Faith, and Elijah: and the Secret of His Power.