A superior baptism

Mar 1:4-8

In response to his preaching, people came to John baptized for the remission of sin

John’s aim was to compel listeners to change their minds + behavior in preparation of the coming Messiah

Luk 1:15-17

Mat 3:1-12

Remember Mar 1:6 ? John’s clothing and appearance are no accident — it’s a callback a prophet of old

2Ki 1:8

Zec 13:4

John’s behavior helped him stand out to listeners, but some rejected him all the same

Mat 11:16-19

Baptism has a broader definition than you might think — people were baptized into Moses for example

1Co 10:1-4

Jesus Christ provided a greater baptism both then and now — he baptizes us and all believers with the Holy Spirit

Act 19:1-6

Joh 7:37-39

We are baptized directly into the body of Christ, which is something John could never do

1Co 12:13-14

Eph 1:11-14

Gal 3:26-28

Rom 12:4-5

Enjoy the benefits of being permanently identified with Christ — and the Spirit we have because of Him