Endorsements: The Baptism of Jesus (continued)

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November 4, 2001, Matthew 3:16-17

Open It

  1. How would you feel if the world's leading, most renowned expert in your field publicly solicited your help?
  2. What emotions do you think you would experience if a major company asked you to endorse their product?
  3. What products or services do you buy based on the endorsements of celebrities?

Explore It

  1. What change took place in heaven after the baptism of Jesus? (3:16)
  2. How did the Spirit of God play a role in the baptism of Jesus? (3:16)
  3. What was the Spirit's appearance? (3:16)
  4. What kind of voice was heard at the baptism of Jesus? (3:17)
  5. What was the relationship between Jesus and the Father? (3:17)
  6. What did God the Father say about Jesus? (3:17)

Get It

  1. What does this passage show about God's triune nature?
  2. What do we tell the world by being baptized?
  3. If God spoke in an audible voice about you today, what might he say?
  4. What pleases God?
  5. How are you able to please God?

Apply It

  1. What could you do today for Christ out of obedience and respect for him?
  2. What needs to change this week in order for you to see the Spirit of God work in and through your life?

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