Sometimes it seems like the wicked prevail – Psalm 73
John the Baptist – the forerunner pointing to Christ
. The world hates having their sin exposed
. . John 3:19-20
. Jesus said that John the Baptist was the greatest man
. . Matthew 11:11
Three Implications
. 1. The expectation of relentless opposition – Matthew 10:21-25
. . A. The religious establishment
. . B. His family
. . C. The government
. 2. The danger of a guilty conscience
. . Romans 2
God . God cleanses our conscience – Hebrews 10:22, Psalm 32
. 3. The need for courageous confrontation
Are you willing to stand for truth?
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