Luke 7:26

The Passion Translation

Or did you discover a true prophet out in the lonely wilderness? Yes, John was a legitimate prophet. Even more than that,

Cross References

Luke 20:6

But if we say, ‘John’s mandate was merely from men,’ then all the people around him will stone us, for they believe John was a prophet of God.”

Luke 1:76

And to you I prophesy, my little son, you will be known as the prophet of the Most High. You will be a forerunner, going before the face of Lord Yahweh, to prepare hearts to embrace his ways.

John 5:35

“John was a blazing, shining torch, and for a short time, you basked in his light with great joy.

Luke 16:16

The law of Moses and the revelation of the prophets have prepared you for the arrival of the kingdom announced by John. Since that time, the wonderful news of God’s kingdom is being preached, and people’s hearts burn with extreme passion to receive it.

Luke 7:25

Who did you go there to see? Did you expect to see a man decked out in the splendid fashion of the day living in the lap of luxury?

Luke 7:27

he was the fulfillment of this Scripture: ‘See, I am sending my prophetic messenger who will go ahead of me to prepare hearts to receive me.’