JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2009 Question 15

Question 15

Baptism and Temptation of Jesus

The baptism of Jesus by John in River Jordan was to

  1. A.convince others that John was His forerunner
  2. B.ensure that proper baptism must be in a river
  3. C.service as an example
  4. D.fulfil all righteousness.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (fulfil all righteousness.)

Explanation

When John hesitated, Jesus said, 'Let it be so now; for thus it is fitting for us to fulfil all righteousness' (Matthew 3:15).