Mat 11:7 | MHM | STEP | v. 7 : After John’s disciples leave, Jesus begins to speak to the crowd about John the Baptist. He asks, “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken by the wind?” (Matthew 11:7 ). Jesus is saying that John was not weak or easily swayed like a reed bending in the wind, but was strong and steady in his convictions. Jesus honors John’s role as a strong prophet with an important mission, showing the special place John had in God’s plan.

‏ Matthew 11:7

v. 7: After John’s disciples leave, Jesus begins to speak to the crowd about John the Baptist. He asks, “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken by the wind?” (Matthew 11:7 ^a). Jesus is saying that John was not weak or easily swayed like a reed bending in the wind, but was strong and steady in his convictions. Jesus honors John’s role as a strong prophet with an important mission, showing the special place John had in God’s plan.