(6) John in the Wilderness

I. The Fact of It
II. The Misrepresentation of It
III. The Significance of It




(5) John’s Godly Upbringing

I. His Spiritual Instruction
II. His Personal Growth




(4) John’s Birth and Naming

I. The Joyful Birth
II. The Contested Naming
III. The Resulting Awe




(3) Unborn John Leaps for Joy!

I. The Occasion
II. The Significance




(2) The Annunciation of John’s Work

I. John’s Nazarite Office
II. John’s Elijah-Like Power
III. John’s Father’s Unbelief




(1) The Annunciation of John’s Birth

I. John’s Godly Parents
II. Zacharias’ Holy Calling
III. Gabriel’s Glad Announcement