Animated Stories from the New Testament John the Baptist (Season 1, Episode 7)
Not Rated
TV Episode | 30 min | Animation, Drama, Family

Animated Stories from the New Testament

John the Baptist (Season 1, Episode 7)

Not Rated

TV Episode | 30 min | Animation, Drama, Family

John the Baptist, born to an elderly couple in answer to their prayers and a promise from God, grows up to be a prophet, preaching of the coming of the messiah. He fulfills Biblical prophecy by recognizing Jesus as the promised Savior and ...See moreJohn the Baptist, born to an elderly couple in answer to their prayers and a promise from God, grows up to be a prophet, preaching of the coming of the messiah. He fulfills Biblical prophecy by recognizing Jesus as the promised Savior and baptizing Him going before the Lord. The moving story of John the Baptist begins as Elizabeth, a virtuous older woman who longs for a child, delights in watching a young boy playing outside her window. Her husband Zacharias, chosen to offer incense to God at the temple, is visited there by the Angel Gabriel who tells him that his wife is to bear a son. Zacharias can't believe this miracle but the angels assures him," All things are possible with the Lord." Because of his disbelief, Zacharias suddenly falls deaf and mute, unable to tell his family and neighbors what happened to him. When Elizabeth's son is born and family members ask his name, she answers " John " a name they refuse to accept since none among them share it. The family asks Zacharias his son's name and as he writes "John" on a tablet, his hearing and speech are restored, and he shares with them prophecy of the role his son is to play. John grows up to be strong in both body and spirit, living a humble life on the banks of the River Jordan. He preaches of the imminent coming of a savior, and baptizes people in the river in the name of the messiah, preparing the way for Jesus. All of this proves disturbing to the Pharisees and their leader, Caiaphas, who tries to convince King Herod*. The King is reluctant but not his wife, Herodias. Even when Pharisee spies question John as he preaches of the repentance, he does not temper his word, calling Herod a sinner for taking his brother's wife. This accusation drives Herodias to demand John's capture and death but before this happens, Jesus approaches the place where John is preaching. "Behold, the lamb of God", John cries out, recognizing the savior about whom he has been preaching. Jesus asks John to Baptize him and when that happens, the heavens open and the Holy Spirit appears in the form of a dove. Even though his life is in danger from Herodias and Herod, John refuses to flee, declaring," My work is done". Written by Nest Family Entertainment See less

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16 cast members

Name	Known for
Gregory Snegoff John the Baptist / Caiaphas (voice) (as Greg Snow) John the Baptist / Caiaphas (voice) (as Greg Snow) See fewer	Wicked City (1987)
Jack Whitaker Zachary (voice) Zachary (voice) See fewer	Deadly Heroes (1993)
Beverly Rowland Elisabeth (voice) (as Beverly Booth Rowland) Elisabeth (voice) (as Beverly Booth Rowland) See fewer	Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988)
David Grey Shem (voice) Shem (voice) See fewer	The Animated Book of Mormon (1987)
Nelden Maxfield Angel Gabriel (voice) (as Nelson Maxfield) Angel Gabriel (voice) (as Nelson Maxfield) See fewer	Animated Stories from the New Testament (1987)
Pat Jackson Mary (voice) Mary (voice) See fewer	Body Fever (1969)
Alan Nash Uncle Jasher (voice) Uncle Jasher (voice) See fewer	Beyond and Back (1978)
Bruce Winant Andrew (voice) Andrew (voice) See fewer	The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017)
Paul Nichols Herod Antipas (voice) Herod Antipas (voice) See fewer	The Returning (1983)
Donna K.W. Johnson Herodias (voice) Herodias (voice) See fewer	Animated Stories from the New Testament (1987)
Dion Luther Pharisee #1 (voice) Pharisee #1 (voice) See fewer	Stargate SG-1 (1997)
Brian Nissen Pharisee #2 (voice) Pharisee #2 (voice) See fewer	The Swan Princess (1994)
Susan Doupé Judean Woman (voice) (as Sue Doupe) Judean Woman (voice) (as Sue Doupe) See fewer	Midnight River
Ray Porter Narrator (voice) Narrator (voice) See fewer	Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021)
Daniel A. Keeler God the Father (voice) (as Dan Keeler) God the Father (voice) (as Dan Keeler) See fewer	The Animated Book of Mormon (1987)
Ivan Crosland Jesus (voice) (as Ivan Crossland) Jesus (voice) (as Ivan Crossland) See fewer	Brigham City (2001)