John the Baptist

by Frederick Brotherton Meyer

Publisher:

Fleming H. Revell

, 1900

Overview

John the Baptist stood between the Old and New Testaments, announcing the passage of one and heralding the coming of another. In John the Baptist Meyer tells the story of the prophet’s life, interweaving historical detail with spiritual lessons. The result is an inspiring biography that encourages readers to do just as John the Baptist commanded: “Behold the Lamb of God!”

Contents

Top Highlights

“He was ordained to be ‘the clasp’ of two covenants. In him Judaism reached its highest embodiment, and the Old Testament found its noblest exponent.” (Page 10)

“The term of years foretold by Daniel had nearly expired. The sceptre had departed from Judah” (Page 16)

“‘Behold, He shall come,’ rang in their hearts like a peal of silver bells” (Page 16)

“the word of God came unto John, the son of Zacharias, in the wilderness.” (Page 58)

Product Details

• Title: John the Baptist
• Author: Frederick Brotherton Meyer
• Publisher: Fleming H. Revell
• Print Publication Date: 1900
• Logos Release Date: 2015
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subject: John, the Baptist, Saint
• Resource ID: LLS:JOHNTHBPTST
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2022-02-12T04:10:25Z

About Frederick Brotherton Meyer

Frederick Brotherton Meyer (1847–1929) was a Baptist pastor and evangelist in England. He was educated at Brighton College, University of London, and Regent’s Park College. Meyer was well known for his friendship with Dwight L. Moody, and became involved with ministry work on both sides of the Atlantic. Upon his death he was described as “The Archbishop of the Free Churches.”