The Baptism of Jesus
The Baptism of Jesus
Jesus demonstrated his power during his lifetime. By healing, forgiving, walking on water, and rising from the dead, Jesus declares himself the Son of God and prepares us to witness with fresh eyes his greatest power on Easter morning: his power over life and death for all time and all people. Our own power to believe and thrive in faith grows as we tap into the power he repeatedly demonstrates.
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First Baptist Church Seminole Tx
202 SW Ave B, Seminole, TX 79360, USA
Sunday 5:00 AM
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Standing Strong In the Storms
First Peter sets forth what it means to be Christians in a hostile world. The great salvation we received gives us a future hope and inheritance that guarantees our future. Discover how you can live as living demonstrations of Gods family to attract others to join God's chosen race, royal priesthood, and holy nation.
Join us with Pastor Joe Stewart on Wednesday evenings March 19th - May 14th.
Join us with Pastor Joe Stewart on Wednesday evenings March 19th - May 14th.
https://fbcseminoletx.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2655101
Baptism is a reintroduction and a recapitulation of God's plan.
Inauguration
Identification
Validation
Baptism is an identity before an activity. Baptism isn't where you find Jesus; it's what you do once He finds you.
I. Inauguration
Jesus doesn't go down to be baptized by John because he needs it. He is baptized because we need it.
II. Identification
Thomas Jennings
Jesus steps into the waters of baptism to identify with us. He gets us.
Jesus identifies with you so you will identify with Him.
The Christian life isn't about me living for Jesus. The Christian life is Jesus living in me.
III. Validation
The Christian life isn’t about me living for Jesus. The Christian life is Jesus living in me in the power of the Holy Spirit.
The Father says He is pleased with you not based on what you have done for me but who you are to me. It's identity before activity.
Sign up for Baptism on Easter Sunday!
You can sign up to be baptized on Easter Sunday at either service on Sunday, April 20
https://fbcseminoletx.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2816916
Discussion Questions (Read Matthew 3:13-17 together. Respond to what stands out)
Discussion Questions
Topic: Baptism of Jesus
Understanding the Passage
1.Why did Jesus ask John to baptize Him, even though He was sinless? What does “fulfill all righteousness” mean in this context?
2.What is the significance of the Spirit of God descending like a dove and the voice from heaven declaring Jesus as God’s beloved Son?
Personal Reflection
1.Have you been baptized? If so, how did it impact your faith journey? If not, do you feel called to take that step?
2.How does Jesus’ example of submission to God inspire your own obedience and humility in daily life?
Application
1.How can we prepare ourselves for ministry or service, following Jesus’ example in this passage?
2.In what ways can baptism today serve as a public declaration of faith and commitment to God?
Going Deeper
1.How does this passage reveal the unity of the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, Holy Spirit)?
2.How does Jesus’ baptism connect with Old Testament prophecies and John’s ministry as the forerunner of the Messiah?