Theory question 105
Baptism and Temptation of JesusSection B (Themes from the Synoptic Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles)
(a) Narrate the encounter between John the Baptist and Jesus at the River Jordan. (b) In what three ways is the above encounter relevant to Christians?
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(a) Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptised by John (Matthew 3:13).
John tried to prevent Him: "I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?" (Matthew 3:14).
Jesus said, "Let it be so now; it is fitting for us to fulfil all righteousness"; John consented (Matthew 3:15).
As Jesus came up from the water the heavens opened (Matthew 3:16).
The Spirit of God descended like a dove and alighted on Him (Matthew 3:16).
A voice from heaven said, "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased" (Matthew 3:17).
(b) Any three: obedience to God's will; humility; importance of baptism; the Trinity revealed; God's approval of His Son; Christians need the Holy Spirit for service.
Narrate Matthew 3:13-17, then three points.