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Luke 7: A “Chapter” in Jesus’ Life (3) Unyime Akpan - October 15 Luke 7:18-35 An imprisoned prophet, makes a request to Jesus Hoping Jesus will perform a miracle for him Jesus declares John the Baptist the greatest person that ever lived A sinful woman demonstrates faith in Jesus for spiritual healing A woman of low standing has a need Jesus performs the greatest miracle, salvation, spiritual resurrection Key Biblical Passages on the Life of John the Baptist Matthew 3:1-17; Matthew 11:1-15 Luke 1:5-24; 39-45; 57-80; Luke 3:1-21; Luke 7:18-35 Mark 1:1-11; John 1:1-34; John 3:22-36 Portrait of a Great Life Before John was imprisoned It was prophesied that John will be great before his birth John prepared Israel for the Messiah (Christ) John introduced the Messiah to Israel John voluntarily exit the stage for the Messiah It was prophesied that John will be great before his birth Luke 1:12-17 John’s job description - Luke 1:67,76-77, 79-80 John –God is gracious True greatness is before God and not the w