Luke 1:80

The Passion Translation

Afterward, their son grew up and was strengthened by the Holy Spirit and he grew in his love for God. John chose to live in the lonely wilderness until the day of his public appearance to Israel.

Cross References

Luke 2:40

The child grew more powerful in grace, for he was being filled with wisdom, and the favor of God was upon him.

Luke 2:52

As Jesus grew, so did his wisdom and maturity. The favor of men increased upon his life, for he was greatly loved by God.

Matthew 3:1

It was at this time that John the Baptizer began to preach in the desert of Judah. His message was this:

John 1:31

My baptism was for the preparation of his appearing to Israel, even though I didn’t recognize him.”

Luke 1:15

and he will be one of the great ones in the sight of God. He will drink no wine or strong drink, but he will be filled with the Holy Spirit even while still in his mother’s womb.

Matthew 11:7

As they were leaving, Jesus began to speak to the crowd about John. “What kind of man did you see when you went out into the wilderness? Did you expect to see a man who would be easily intimidated?

Acts 18:28

Apollos boldly and publicly confronted the Jews, vigorously debating them, proving undeniably from the Scriptures that Jesus was the Messiah.