Baptism of Jesus
Jesus is baptized by John in the Jordan. The heavens open, the Spirit descends like a dove, and a voice from heaven declares Jesus to be the beloved Son.
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Matthew includes John's protest and Jesus's reply about fulfilling all righteousness. Mark is terse. Luke mentions Jesus was praying. John reports the Baptist's witness rather than the baptism itself.
Includes John's reluctance and Jesus's insistence on fulfilling righteousness.
Describes the heavens being "torn open" with vivid immediacy.
Notes that Jesus was praying when the Spirit descended.
Presents the Baptist's testimony about seeing the Spirit remain on Jesus.
From the baptism of Jesus through the early Judean and Samaritan ministry, including the first disciples, first miracle, and early Jerusalem visits.
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