Matthew 3:11 I indeed baptize you with water to repentance. but he that comes after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear… (1) softens; (2) purifies; (3) sanctifies; (4) is a solace.The Holy Spirit is a Comforter through (1) grief; (2) sorrow; (3) tribulation; (4) poverty. (H. T. Day.) I. The NATURE and importance of this baptism. II. The CHARACTER AND DIGNITY OF THE PERSON who baptizes. Not a mere man — the SON OF GOD. He dispenses this blessing as the fruit of His mediation. III. The PERSONS WHO MAY PARTAKE of this baptism (Luke 3.). IV. On what TENETS, or in what way they may have it conferred. Repentance towards God. Faith in Christ. 1. Consider the necessity of this baptism, etc. 2. If you have received it, "Quench not the Spirit," etc. (Joseph Benson.) Parallel Verses KJV: I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: |
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