Mat 3:2 | TNotes | STEP | 3:2 The prophetic call to return to God in repentance (cp. Isa 1:16-20 ) involves total reorientation from pride and sin to humble obedience to God (see Jer 3:11-22 ). John’s message included specific practical application (Luke 3:11-14 ).

bIsa 1:16-20►

cJer 3:11-22►

dLuke 3:11-14►

‏ Matthew 3:2

3:2 ^a The prophetic call to return to God in repentance (cp. Isa 1:16-20 ^b) involves total reorientation from pride and sin to humble obedience to God (see Jer 3:11-22 ^c). John’s message included specific practical application (Luke 3:11-14 ^d).