WAEC Christian Religious Studies 2015 Question 26

Question 26

Baptism and Temptation of Jesus

Jesus' baptism was significant because it

  1. A.initiated him into Judaism.
  2. B.cleansed Him from sin.
  3. C.awakened the messianic spirit in Him.
  4. D.marked the call into the messianic ministry.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (marked the call into the messianic ministry.)

Explanation

At His baptism the Spirit came on Jesus and God declared Him His Son; His public ministry began (Matthew 3:16–4:17).