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EPISODE · Jan 13, 2026 · 34 MIN

Episode 28: Did John the Baptist Know Jesus ... Or Didn't He?

from The Year I Read the Bible with Laurie Larsen · host Laurie

Send us Fan MailLearn a little more about the unique character of John the Baptist.  God chose him to prepare the way for Jesus on earth, but of course, as all of us are, he was human. And to me, he came across as a little strange.  And a little uncertain.  Especially when he said things about Jesus such as "I didn't know him."  Huh?  He was related to Jesus, and I assume they knew each other growing up.Anyway, listen to my thoughts on the matter and make up your own mind.  Then, I welcome back my lovely guest from last week, Dianne Miley.  She shares some wonderful insight on John to add to our understanding of this challenging Bible character.Here's Dianne's website if you want to learn more about her books.And here's that bonus episode I mention in the interview that tells you all about my fiction work.  I released it on December 30.

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Send us Fan Mail Learn a little more about the unique character of John the Baptist. God chose him to prepare the way for Jesus on earth, but of course, as all of us are, he was human. And to me, he came across as a little strange. And a little uncertain. Especially when he said things about Jesus such as "I didn't know him." Huh? He was related to Jesus, and I assume they knew each other growing up. Anyway, listen to my thoughts on the matter and make up your ow...

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