When John the Baptist's disciples approached Jesus because they were concerned that people were beginning to follow Jesus instead of John, John responded by pointing out that his calling was to point people to Jesus. Then he gave his disciples three reasons why they should follow Jesus instead of himself.

John the Baptist's disciples got a little frustrated and jealous when Jesus started taking the attention of the people away from John. John, however, was completely content because he knew his purpose and his role in God's story.

On the heels of Jesus' conversation with Nicodemus, John provides one of the most powerful verses in all the bible encapsulating the gospel message in a few simple words.

A Pharisee named Nicodemus came to Jesus by night to try to figure out who He was. Nicodemus didn't expect to be told that the only way into the kingdom of God was something that was impossible for him to accomplish.

After Jesus starting displaying miraculous signs proving that He was the promised Messiah, some people started to believe in Him. However, their belief focused on the miracles, not on Jesus. Jesus knew that many of the same people proclaiming belief in Him at this point in His ministry would one day shout, "Crucify him!" Thus, displaying the darkness that resides in the hearts of men.

When Jesus cleansed the temple in Jerusalem, He was making a huge statement. Many thought He was declaring Himself as a revolutionary, but His plan was much bigger and deeper than simply a political revolution. He came to change how people meet God and how they worship.