Matthew 3:13-17

“The Baptism of Jesus”

Introduction:

I. The Purpose Declared for His Baptism (14-15)

A. His Identification with Us (15)

B. His Ordination to His Work

II. The Picture Displayed in His Baptism (cf. Luke 12:50) (the Cross)

III. The Power Demonstrated at His Baptism (16-17)

A. Heaven Opened (16a)

B. The Spirit Descended (16b)

C. The Voice Declared (17)