The Fruits of True Repentance, Part 1 (Matthew 3:7–10) John MacArthur

Summary

This sermon highlights John the Baptist as the greatest man to have lived, fulfilling the role of a herald preparing the way for King Jesus, as presented in Matthew's gospel. Key to his greatness were his obedience, self-control, humility, proclamation of God's word, and winning souls. The takeaway is that believers on this side of the cross can exceed John's greatness by adopting these characteristics and embracing the Kingdom of Heaven, which is at hand.