Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life The Lamb
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Mar 11, 2026 A study of John the Baptist’s identity and how it reframes our self-understanding. Discussion of Jesus as the Lamb of God and the Old Testament connections that shape that image. Reflections on humility, boldness, and how seeing Jesus changes personal character and mission. Concludes with how that vision sustains a lasting witness.
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Identity Built By Looking Away From Self
- John the Baptist's identity came from pointing to God, not from self-assessment or others' approval.
- Timothy Keller contrasts looking to others or self for identity with John's gaze away from both toward the Lord, shaping his unique character.
Jesus Saw John's Greatness John Couldn't See
- Jesus regarded John the Baptist far more highly than John regarded himself, calling him the greatest born of women.
- Keller uses Matthew 11 to show John's self-assessment underestimated his historic significance.
Not Worthy To Untie The Sandals
- John says he's not even worthy to untie the straps of Jesus' sandals, a cultural image of extreme degradation.
- Keller explains untying sandals was so degrading rabbinic students weren't even required to do it, underscoring Jesus' superiority.
