The Gospel accounts of Jesus' response to John's call to be baptized alongside His Jewish countrymen highlight His faithful obedience to the word of God through the power of the Spirit. In His baptism, we see God the Father's approval of His faithfulness and the provision of the Holy Spirit to prepare Him for His ministry of gospel proclamation. Meditating on these episodes motivates us to entrust ourselves to the power of the Spirit to obey His Word.
Application Questions
- When you hear God’s Word, do you have a firm resolve to obey it?
- Are you aware of the Spirit at work within you to strengthen you to obey God’s Word consistently?
- Are you waiting expectantly for the next step in God’s plan to bring righteousness to earth through His kingdom?
- How well do you know the Old Testament? What is your plan for becoming more familiar with it?
- When was the last time you consciously decided to walk in obedience to God? How did you discern when and how to act?
- In what ways are you living your life dependent upon the Spirit? In what ways can you grow in your relationship and dependence upon Him?
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