719. John the Baptist is “more than a prophet.”94 In him, the Holy Spirit concludes his speaking through the prophets. John completes the cycle of prophets begun by Elijah.95 He proclaims the imminence of the consolation of Israel; he is the “voice” of the Consoler who is coming.96 As the Spirit of truth will also do, John “came to bear witness to the light.”97 In John’s sight, the Spirit thus brings to completion the careful search of the prophets and fulfills the longing of the angels.98 “He on whom you see the Spirit descend and remain, this is he who baptizes with the Holy Spirit. and I have seen and have borne witness that this is the Son of God…. Behold, the Lamb of God.”99
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
298. When did he institute this sacrament?
424. What other kinds of grace are there?
420. What is the New Law or the Law of the Gospel?
471. What medical procedures are permitted when death is considered imminent?
393. Is there a variety of sins?
502. What are the offenses against the dignity of marriage?
544. How does Jesus teach us to pray?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the importance of humility and repentance according to the book of Baruch?
How does the story of Rich and Lazarus warn us about the consequences of greed? (Luke 16:19-31)
How did a woman’s faith heal her of a hemorrhage, according to Matthew 9:20-22?
How to Avoid the Temptation of Lust and Adultery (Proverbs 5:3-6)
How is God’s justice manifested in the midst of suffering, according to Job 34:10-12?
