Subject: Why was Christ baptized? |
Bible Note: Your answer makes several valid points. Nevertheless, the question remains: "WHAT DOES THE BIBLE PLAINLY SAY about the purpose of His baptism?" Maybe I should have phrased the question, "What does Jesus plainly say is the reason for him to be baptized," since Jesus Himself plainly answered the question when he said "to fulfill all righteousness." Matt 3:14-15 NASB But John tried to prevent Him, saying, "I have need to be baptized by You, and do You come to me?" But Jesus answering said to him, "Permit it at this time; for in this way it is fitting for us TO FULFILL ALL RIGHTEOUSNESS (emphasis mine)." Then he *permitted Him. |