Matthew 3:1-2

Expanded Bible

The Work of John the Baptist^(A)

3 ·About that time [In the course of time; ^LIn those days] John the Baptist began preaching in the ·desert area [wilderness] of Judea. ² John said, “·Change your hearts and lives [Repent] because the kingdom of heaven ·is near [has drawn near; is at hand].”