John 3:22-36 (Sermon Outline)
Sermon Outline John 3:22-36 I. Opening Illustration a. I once read that Leonard Bernstein, director of the Philharmonic Orchestra for many years, was asked what was the hardest instrument in the orchestra to play. The famous orchestra leader said, “Second fiddle!” As any musician knows, every instrument is vital to the harmony of the orchestra. The finest musician in each section of the orchestra … always occupies first chair. However, there can be no triumphant harmony without those playing 2 nd , 3 rd , and even 4 th chair. b. Second fiddle was the role that God called John the Baptist to fulfill. His role was to prepare for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and pointing all who would listen to Jesus. The role of 2 nd fiddle is not an insignificant role but...