But what did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, and I tell you, John is more than a prophet.
“Now you, child, will be called a prophet of the Most High God. You will go before the Lord to prepare his way.
“The law of Moses and the writings of the prophets were preached until John came. Since then the Good News about the kingdom of God is being told, and everyone tries to enter it by force.
But if we say, ‘It was from other people,’ all the people will stone us to death, because they believe John was a prophet.”
What did you go out to see? A man dressed in fine clothes? No, people who have fine clothes and much wealth live in kings’ palaces.
This was written about him: ‘I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare the way for you.’
John was like a burning and shining lamp, and you were happy to enjoy his light for a while.