John 1:19

The Mission of John the Baptist

19 And this was John’s testimony when the Jews of Jerusalem sent priests and Levites to ask him, “Who are you?” ¹

John 1:19 In-Context

17 For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.

18 No one has ever seen God, but the one and only Son, who is Himself God and is at the Father’s side, has made Him known.

19 And this was John’s testimony when the Jews of Jerusalem sent priests and Levites to ask him, “Who are you?”

20 He did not refuse to confess, but openly declared, “I am not the Christ.”

21 “Then who are you?” they inquired. “Are you Elijah?” He said, “I am not.” “Are you the Prophet?” He answered, “No.”

Cross References

• 1. (Isaiah 40:1–5; Matthew 3:1–12; Mark 1:1–8; Luke 3:1–20)