“This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased” (Matthew 3:17).
This verse is from the Gospel of Matthew, one of the three Gospels in the New Testament of the Bible, and it talks about the baptism of the Lord. Jesus Christ – Celebrated in the Catholic faith on January 12.
David Rives, a Christian author and columnist based in Tennessee, told Fox News Digital that Jesus' baptism “is one of the most pivotal moments of his life, revealing his divine mission, identity and relationship with the Father.”
During baptism, “the Spirit descended like a dove and the voice of the Father declared: This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased,” Rives said.
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He said this line is “a powerful declaration that resonates through time.” It serves to highlight “four basic facts about… Baptism of Christ “Essential to understanding his identity and mission.”
The first of these basic truths, Rives said, is “the identity of Jesus as the Son of God and the Messiah.”
This painting depicts the baptism of Christ, and shows God the Father at the top, the Holy Spirit depicted with a dove, and Jesus Christ. (VCJ Wilson/Corbis via Getty Images)
He added, “This announcement not only confirms the authenticity of Jesus' identity, but also announces to the world that he is the long-awaited Messiah and the Anointed One sent to redeem humanity.”
With the baptism of Jesus Christ, Rives said, “he was revealed as the fulfillment of prophecies.”
The second key truth, Rives said, is the “deep humility” of Jesus Christ.
“Although he was the Son of God without sin, he chose to be baptized – an act which, according to the law, Business book“It is a symbol of the washing away of sins,” he said. “Even this event was symbolic and prophetic of the indwelling Holy Spirit available to believers in Christ.”
Rives said Jesus was not baptized for any sin, but “to fulfill all righteousness.”
He said: “This work sets the tone for his ministry, and shows that he did not come to be served, but to serve and identify with those whom he came to save.”
A Christian author said that Christ's baptism is a symbol of his humility. (Heritage Art/Heritage Images via Getty Images)
Rives said that Jesus “is the king who comes not in greatness, but in gentleness, offering his life for the redemption of all mankind.”
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In addition, Christ's baptism marked the beginning of his public ministry, Rives said – the third major truth.
Before that, “Jesus lived a relatively quiet life in Nazareth.”
“However, his baptism marks the beginning of his mission. At this time, he begins to reveal himself as a Savior through his teachings, healings, and ultimately, his sacrifice for the sins of the world,” Reeves told Fox News Digital. .
Rives said Jesus' baptism was more than just a ritual. It was a pivotal point where… His saving work It begins and leads to His death and resurrection.”
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The fourth of these major truths revealed by Christ's baptism, Rives said, is “the fullness of the Godhead presented: the Son is baptized in the Jordan River, the Holy Spirit descends like a dove, and the Father's voice speaks from heaven.”
The site where Jesus is believed to have been baptized is shown above in modern-day Jordan. (Adri Salido/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)
He said this is “a powerful scene that reveals God's plan of salvation, as the Father confirms the Son, the Spirit strengthens the Son for his mission, and the Son humbly submits to the Father's will.”
The baptism of Jesus is a “beautiful reminder” to Christians as well that they should “work together to succeed.” Provide good news For the Gospel with the world.”
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The story of Christ's baptism is a look at not only “the heart of Jesus' ministry, but also the heart of the gospel itself,” Rives said.
“God’s amazing love, His redemptive plan, and His call for us to boldly declare our faith in Him are symbolized by the act of baptism,” he said.
