The baptism that John performed was a sign of repentance, leading those who came to him to recognize their need for God’s forgiveness.

He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world.

1 John 2:2

Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us.

Hebrews 12:1

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.

Matthew 6:13

In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.

Psalms 4:8

His grace is sufficient for you, for his power is made perfect in weakness.

2 Corinthians 12:9

You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.

Matthew 5:14

Encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.

1 Thessalonians 5:11

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.

John 3:16

Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.

Psalm 127:3

For I will restore the fortunes of the land as they were before, says the Lord.

Jeremiah 33:11

For I know that the LORD is great; our Lord is greater than all gods.

Psalm 135:5

I will be found by you, declares the LORD, and I will restore your fortunes and gather you from all the nations and all the places where I have driven you, declares the LORD, and I will bring you back to the place from which I sent you into exile.

Jeremiah 29:14