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Matthew 14:2 Β· KJV

"And said unto his servants, This is John the Baptist; he is risen from the dead; and therefore mighty works do shew forth themselves in him."

King James Version

What does Matthew 14:2 mean? β†’

Passage Context

1At that time Herod the tetrarch heard of the fame of Jesus,
2And said unto his servants, This is John the Baptist; he is risen from the dead; and therefore mighty works do shew forth themselves in him.
3For Herod had laid hold on John, and bound him, and put him in prison for Herodias' sake, his brother Philip's wife.
4For John said unto him, It is not lawful for thee to have her.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does the perception of others influence your understanding of your own identity?

2

What does it mean for you to be recognized for your contributions?

3

When have you felt misunderstood or misrepresented?

Life Application

identity

Reflect on how you define your identity beyond others' perceptions.

legacy

Consider how your actions today may influence how you are remembered.

People in This Verse

John the BaptistNT

John the Baptist was a prophetic figure who preached repentance and baptized Jesus, heralding the coming of the Messiah.

First appearance: Matthew 3:1

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse reflects on the impact of John the Baptist's ministry and the miracles associated with Jesus, linking their identities.

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