RDMR CHURCH The Witness Testifies - John 1:19-34 - 2.15.2026
Feb 18, 2026
A preacher walks through John 1:19-34, exploring John the Baptist’s identity and role. Discussion covers baptism with water, Isaiah’s prophecy, and why John denies being Messiah or Elijah. Themes include humble ministry, embracing limits, and pointing others to Jesus as the Lamb. A call to cherish Christ and bear public witness closes the talk.
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Unassuming Greatness Of John Stockton
- Ben Alain recalls childhood basketball memories and admiring John Stockton's unassuming greatness.
- He uses Stockton to illustrate how true greatness often points to others rather than self-promotion.
Greatness Comes From Pointing To Another
- John the Baptist's greatness came from who he pointed to, not from himself.
- Ben Alain argues our true significance follows the same pattern of pointing others to Jesus.
Authority Threatened By Prophetic Witness
- The Jewish leaders sent priests and Levites to identify John the Baptist because his ministry threatened their authority.
- Their delegation highlights how disruptive authentic prophetic witness can be to established power.