Gospel Note
The first two pericopes in this passage (vv. 7-9, based on Q, and 10-14, unique to Luke) contain the Baptist's preaching to particular groups, and are connected here by the theme of the "fruits befitting repentance." The third (vv. 15-18, based on Mark) provides the eschatological context with threshing and storing imagery. It is noteworthy that all of the examples of "fruits" that Luke gives are social-ethical in nature and have justice as their common theme.

Liturgical Color
Blue or purple

Suggested Hymns
Herald, Soun…