And in this way, with many other exhortations, John proclaimed good news to the people.

Then if it bears fruit next year, very well, but if not, you can cut it down.’”

And we rightly so, for we are getting what we deserve for what we did, but this man has done nothing wrong.”

Then they returned and prepared aromatic spices and perfumes. On the Sabbath they rested according to the commandment.

So you testify that you approve of the deeds of your ancestors, because they killed the prophets and you build their tombs!

For the Son of Man is to go just as it has been determined, but woe to that man by whom he is betrayed!”

So when they came to the place that is called “The Skull,” they crucified him there, along with the criminals, one on his right and one on his left.

“A sower went out to sow his seed. And as he sowed, some fell along the path and was trampled on, and the wild birds devoured it.

He said to them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Therefore ask the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into his harvest.

John answered them all, “I baptize you with water, but one more powerful than I am is coming – I am not worthy to untie the strap of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.