523. St. John the Baptist is the Lord’s immediate precursor or forerunner, sent to prepare his way. “Prophet of the Most High”, John surpasses all the prophets, of whom he is the last. He inaugurates the Gospel, already from his mother’s womb welcomes the coming of Christ, and rejoices in being “the friend of the bridegroom”, whom he points out as “the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world”. Going before Jesus “in the spirit and power of Elijah”, John bears witness to Christ in his preaching, by his Baptism of conversion, and through his martyrdom.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
166. Why is the Church called “Catholic”?
17. What is the relationship between Scripture, Tradition and the Magisterium?
251. How is Christian initiation brought about?
566. What places are conducive to prayer?
98. What does the virginal conception of Jesus mean?
132. What does the Ascension mean?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does the Bible teach us about asserting personal identity within a loving relationship?
The Tower of Babel: What Does This Story Teach Us About God’s Sovereignty? (Genesis 11:1-9)
What is the importance of persevering in the faith, according to 2 John 1:8?
What does Wisdom 8:7 teach us about wisdom as a source of virtue and honor?
