Matthew 11:13
It has been said by many that John was not the promised Elijah of Malachi chapters 3 and 4. However, in Luke 1:17-18 we see quite emphatically that John was indeed the prophet that was promised. Though John denied that he was Elijah in person in John 1:21-23, he made it clear that he fulfilled Isaiah 40:3 and Malachi 3:1. Thus, though John was not Elijah come back to earth from heaven, he was the prophesied Elijah. Jesus knew that the Jews would have trouble accepting this fact. They thought that Elijah would return in person at that time.
Bible Reading: Hebrews 8:1-10:39
Scripture Memory: 1 John 2:13 “I write unto you, Fathers, because ye have know him that is from the beginning. I write unto you, young men, because ye have overcome the wicked one. I write unto you, little children, because ye have known the Father.”
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for all that You have done for us. You have given us great blessings at this Easter season. You are gracious and loving to us. We want to praise You for Your great glory. You are worthy of all our praise and more! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.
Prayer Requests: Pray for a woman with a serious infection. Pray for a man having back pain. Pray for a man having stomach trouble.
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