John the Baptist

In the spirit of Elijah, John appeared on the scene, Preaching that they should repent of sin, "Come sinners, get clean". He baptized in the Jordan those who confessed their sin, And called out the self-righteous for their hard hearts within. John had a mission: to prepare the way for Messiah. To some he seemed a prophet, to others a pariah. His clothing was strange - a tunic made up of camel's hair, And he dined on locusts and wild honey - such meager fare. Meeting Jesus at the Jordan, John baptized Him one day. "This is My beloved Son," he heard God clearly say. King Herod didn't like John much and had him arrested. Then Salome danced her best, and John's head was requested.