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Matthew 3:6
Matthew 3:6
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the gospel (Mark i. 1); what went before is but preface or
introduction; this is "the beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ."
And Peter…Matthew 3 — OverviewMatthew 3 · Treasury of Scripture KnowledgeMatthew 3:1, John preaches. His office, life, and baptism; Matthew 3:7, He reprehends the Pharisees, Matthew 3:13. and baptizes Christ in Jordan.Matthew 3:1-6Matthew 3:1-6 · Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole BibleWe have here an account of the preaching and baptism of John, which
were the dawning of the gospel-day. Observe,
I. The time when he appeared. In those days (v. 1), or, after those
days, long after what was…Matthew 3:1-12Matthew 3:1-12 · The Pulpit CommentaryTHE HERALD. His public appearance and proclamation (Matthew 3:1, Matthew 3:2), as foretold by Scripture (Matthew 3:3). His Elijah-like dress (Matthew 3:4). He is listened to by multitudes (Matthew 3:5, Matthew 3:6). His…Matthew 3:1-12Matthew 3:1-12 · The Pulpit CommentaryThe forerunner.
I. HIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
1. His sudden appearance. It is the first mention of John the Baptist in St. Matthew's Gospel. He flashes upon us suddenly, like his prototype Elijah in the Old Testament. St. Luke…Matthew 3:1-12Matthew 3:1-12 · The Pulpit CommentaryThe forerunner.
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