Jesus, on the other hand, widens the vision of salvation, liberation, and hope in the transformational love of God. And, in so doing, widening our expectations beyond a military victory and nationalistic zealotry.

https://drewdowns.net/2022/12/11/beloved-2/

Beloved - We are lovers, not fighters

John the Baptist isn't the Messiah. He's the prophet preparing the way. But we can see what Jesus is doing.

Drew Downs