The word "baptism" comes from the Greek baptizein, "to immerse," echoing the act of John the Baptist immersing Jesus in the Jordan. Water thus plays a central role in the celebration of this rite.

As we do so, we testify to his resurrection. In Romans, Paul addresses our union with Christ. he notes that all those who have been “baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death” (Rom 6:3).

David Rives, a Christian author and columnist, reflects on Matthew 3:17, "This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased." This verse is from the story of Jesus' baptism.

The fact that Jesus was baptized points to the necessity of baptism for the Christian life. To walk in the way of Jesus is to be baptized as he was. In fact, Christ’s baptism highlights the ...

Every time the New Testament calls Jesus the “Christ,” that’s the Greek version of the same name. At his baptism, Jesus was “anointed with the Holy Spirit and power” (Acts 10:38).

Every time the New Testament calls Jesus the “Christ,” that’s the Greek version of the same name. At his baptism, Jesus was “anointed with the Holy Spirit and power” (Acts 10:38).

Jesus’ baptism, therefore, manifests his intent to save us. It is also an extremely important Christological event: it is the opportunity for a “theophany,” a “divine manifestation.” ...

In these three revelations, Jesus’ humanity becomes fully realized, first, when he is very young, to the Magi, then, to John and the onlookers at his baptism, just before his public ministry begins.

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“Baptism is the first saving ordinance of the gospel of Jesus Christ. As we receive this joyous ordinance of hope, we make our first covenant with God,” said President Cordon, who then listed Lesson 4 ...