Mark 1:9

And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized of John in Jordan.

• Baptism
• Jesus
• John
• Obedience
• Water

The baptism of Jesus in Matthew 3:13-14 provides a key example of obedience to God's will. Jesus, despite being sinless, approached John in the Jordan River, requesting baptism. John's initial reluctance highlighted the significance of this event. Jesus’ baptism was not for the remission of sins but to identify with the sinners He came to save. This act marked the beginning of His public ministry, affirming His full participation in the human experience. Baptism, for Jesus, was not about personal necessity but about fulfilling God's plan of salvation. It demonstrated humility, submission, and obedience to the Father. For believers, baptism is both a command and a declaration of obedience, marking the start of a journey of faith. Jesus’ willingness to undergo baptism encourages us to embrace obedience in our own lives, even when it requires humility and sacrifice. Baptism symbolizes our identification with Christ, His death, and His resurrection.

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• disobedience

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  1 Corinthians 12:13

  For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether we be Jews or Gentiles, whether we be bond or free; and have been all made to drink into one Spirit.

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  1 Peter 3:21

  The like figure whereunto even baptism doth also now save us (not the putting away of the filth of the flesh, but the answer of a good conscience toward God) by the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

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  Mark 1:4

  John did baptize in the wilderness, and preach the baptism of repentance for the remission of sins.

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  Acts 11:16

  Then remembered I the word of the Lord, how that he said, John indeed baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost.

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