This week, pastoral elder Eric Byrom is looking at Matthew 3:13-17.  As you read this passage, consider looking are Isaiah 42:1 and Psalm 2:7 as well. You should consider the types that are represented in this passage from the Old Testament (Water, Doves, etc.). You should realize that this passage really opens up a lot of the promises from the Old Testament. Have fun digging into the cross references in your Bibles!

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Sermon Passage: Matthew 3:13-17

Sermon Outline
1. Accept Jesus’ Baptism!
    A. It’s Ethical
    B. It’s Sacramental
2. Appreciate Jesus’ Baptism!
    A. Appreciate Who Jesus Is!
        a. Servant
        b. Son
    B. Appreciate the Church’s Gifts in Christ!
        a. Divine Favor
        b. Holy Spirit

Questions for Discussion and Study

1. How has today’s talk changed how you view baptism?  What difference does that make to how you live your life?
2. How does seeing your own baptism in Jesus’ baptism change how you think God views you?  What difference will that make in how you live this week?
3. What is one thing that God wants you to remember, do or change in response to what you have heard this week?