Learn how the ministry of John the Baptist defined, shaped, and paved the way for the ministry of Jesus. John was a dazzling figure, and the biblical texts that speak about him are few. John’s lifestyle, relationship to Jesus, and unique place in the biblical story, make him one of the most challenging and interesting figures in all of Scripture. Henry Robert’s John the Baptist will guide you through the biblical passages explaining the background of John’s life, his role as a prophet, and his ministry as forerunner to the Messiah.