⁴ John came baptizing^[a](A) in the wilderness^(B) and proclaiming a baptism of repentance^(C) for the forgiveness^(D) of sins.^(E)

⁷ He proclaimed, “One who is more powerful^(A) than I am is coming after me.^(B) I am not worthy^(C) to stoop down and untie the strap of his sandals.^(D)

⁸ I baptize you with^[a] water,^(A) but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.”^(B)