1. God's way (24-30)

John taught men God's way: repent and welcome Jesus. This is the way of life and the way to the kingdom of God. John preached repentance in the desert, and people came to him. They were not seeking an easy life. They went to find the way of life. John was a man sent by God to fulfill God's promise and prepare the way for Jesus. He was great because his mission was great. Those who repent realize that God's way is right. Those who refuse to repent are rejecting God's purpose for themselves.

2. Jesus, friend of sinners (31-34)

Jesus said that the people of his generation were like children playing a game. They did not want to repent, so they saw God's servants from a human point of view. John lived an austere life, and they said, 'He had a demon.' They rejected Jesus because he was a friend to sinners. These wise men were fools.

Application: Lord, I come to repent and be forgiven. Thank you for being my friend.
One Word: God's way is right