John the Baptist...risen From the Dead

John the Baptist…risen from the dead!

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Introduction

Before we examine our main text, we must first turn back to Matthew 13:53-58Loading...

The transition from local rejection to royal recognition shows us how God's purposes cannot be thwarted by human unbelief. When one door closes, God opens another, and His gospel continues to advance despite opposition.

I. The Context of Rejection (Matthew 13:53-58)

A. Jesus' Teaching Was Life-Changing and Surprising

When Jesus taught in His hometown synagogue, the people were astonished at His wisdom and mighty works. However, their amazement quickly turned to offense because they could not reconcile the carpenter's son they knew with the powerful teacher and miracle worker before them. This reveals a tragic tru...