23. Happy is anyone who doesn’t stumble along the way because of me."
24. After John’s messengers were gone, Jesus spoke to the crowds about John. "What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A stalk blowing in the wind?
25. What did you go out to see? A man dressed up in refined clothes? Look, those who dress in fashionable clothes and live in luxury are in royal palaces.
26. What did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet.
27. He is the one of whom it’s written: Look, I’m sending my messenger before you, who will prepare your way before you.