Mat 3:3 | TNotes | STEP | 3:3 Isaiah had spoken of a messenger preparing a highway in the wilderness for Israel’s God to return to the land (Isa 40:1-11 ). John’s ministry prepared the way for Jesus’ arrival (see Matt 11:10 ; cp. John 12:41 ).

bIsa 40:1-11►

cMatt 11:10►

dJohn 12:41►

‏ Matthew 3:3

3:3 ^a Isaiah had spoken of a messenger preparing a highway in the wilderness for Israel’s God to return to the land (Isa 40:1-11 ^b). John’s ministry prepared the way for Jesus’ arrival (see Matt 11:10 ^c; cp. John 12:41 ^d).