John the Baptist
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The encounter between John the Baptist’s followers and Jesus is instructive for us, helping relieve our own insecurities about faith.
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John the Baptist responds to the Pharisees and Sadducees with an incredulity we must notice. That it isn’t about defensiveness, but justice.
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We have a variety of things we prioritize in our decision making. What the gospel focuses on is not utility, but a righteous present.
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Preparing for Advent 4C, we get a look at a parallel birth story that is a delightful companion to the famous Christmas story.
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The crowd’s encounter with John the Baptist in the wilderness opens up questions for all people of faith to explore and learn from.
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The good news offered by John the Baptist is a message against exploitation, fraud, and abuse that is normal to the powerful.