Gospel Reading: Mark 1:4 - 11

Mark 1:4 – 11 4 So John appeared in the desert, baptizing and preaching. “Turn away from your sins and be baptized,” he told the people, “and God will forgive your sins.” 5 Many people from the province of Judea and the city of Jerusalem went out to hear John. They confessed their sins, and he baptized them in the Jordan River.

Mark 1:4 – 11 6 John wore clothes made of camel's hair, with a leather belt around his waist, and his food was locusts and wild honey. 7 He announced to the people, “The man who will come after me is much greater than I am. I am not good enough even to bend down and untie his sandals. 8 I baptize you with water, but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.”

Mark 1:4 – 11 9 Not long afterward Jesus came from Nazareth in the province of Galilee, and was baptized by John in the Jordan. 10 As soon as Jesus came up out of the water, he saw heaven opening and the Spirit coming down on him like a dove. 11 And a voice came from heaven, “You are my own dear Son. I am pleased with you.”

Mark 1:4 – 11

Mark 1:4 – 11 Painting the halls

Mark 1:4 – 11 Painting the halls Hope it will help uplift and encourage

Mark 1:4 – 11 Painting the halls Hope it will help uplift and encourage Reading: John the Baptist in ministry

Mark 1:4 – 11 Painting the halls Hope it will help uplift and encourage Reading: John the Baptist in ministry Israel had not heard from God for 400 years

Mark 1:4 – 11 Painting the halls Hope it will help uplift and encourage Reading: John the Baptist in ministry Israel had not heard from God for 400 years Weary & tired from same old cycle

Mark 1:4 – 11 Painting the halls Hope it will help uplift and encourage Reading: John the Baptist in ministry Israel had not heard from God for 400 years Weary & tired from same old cycle Desperate to hear from God again

Mark 1:4 – 11 Painting the halls Hope it will help uplift and encourage Reading: John the Baptist in ministry Israel had not heard from God for 400 years Weary & tired from same old cycle Desperate to hear from God again Thought John was the one

Mark 1:4 – 11 Painting the halls Hope it will help uplift and encourage Reading: John the Baptist in ministry Israel had not heard from God for 400 years Weary & tired from same old cycle Desperate to hear from God again Thought John was the one V7 ....“After me comes the one more powerful than I…

Mark 1:4 – 11 Painting the halls Hope it will help uplift and encourage Reading: John the Baptist in ministry Israel had not heard from God for 400 years Weary & tired from same old cycle Told them about Christ V7 ....“After me comes the one more powerful than I…

Mark 1:4 – 11 Painting the halls Hope it will help uplift and encourage Reading: John the Baptist in ministry Israel had not heard from God for 400 years Weary & tired from same old cycle Told them about Christ Who will bring new colours – new life V7 ....“After me comes the one more powerful than I…

Mark 1:4 – 11 Painting the halls Hope it will help uplift and encourage Reading: John the Baptist in ministry Told them about Christ Who will bring new colours – new life Jesus came and was baptised V7 ....“After me comes the one more powerful than I…

Mark 1:4 – 11 Painting the halls Hope it will help uplift and encourage Reading: John the Baptist in ministry Told them about Christ Who will bring new colours – new life Jesus came and was baptised – why? V7 ....“After me comes the one more powerful than I…

Mark 1:4 – 11 The Baptism of Christ V7 ....“After me comes the one more powerful than I…

Mark 1:4 – 11 The Baptism of Christ 4 And so John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. 5 …Judean ..and all the people of Jerusalem went out to him. Confessing their sins, they were baptized by him in the Jordan River.

Mark 1:4 – 11 The Baptism of Christ There was a spiritual revival 4 And so John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. 5 …Judean ..and all the people of Jerusalem went out to him. Confessing their sins, they were baptized by him in the Jordan River.

Mark 1:4 – 11 The Baptism of Christ There was a spiritual revival People came to hear John the Baptist 4 And so John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. 5 …Judean ..and all the people of Jerusalem went out to him. Confessing their sins, they were baptized by him in the Jordan River.

Mark 1:4 – 11 The Baptism of Christ V9 At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us V9 At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us - he became what we are, to pay for our sin V9 At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us - he became what we are, to pay for our sin Let it be so now; it is proper for us to do this, to fulfill all righteousness.”(Matt 3:15) V9 At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us - he became what we are, to pay for our sin - to meet the righteous demands of God Let it be so now; it is proper for us to do this, to fulfill all righteousness.”(Matt 3:15) V9 At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us - he became what we are, to pay for our sin - to meet the righteous demands of God - We must identify ourselves – as sinners in need of a Saviour V9 At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us - he became what we are, to pay for our sin - to meet the righteous demands of God - We must identify ourselves – as sinners in need of a Saviour - Be baptized, repent and turn away from Sin V9 At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us V10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him V10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him - gives him the gift of the Holy Spirit V10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him - gives him the gift of the Holy Spirit - Man’s greatest need = the Holy Spirit V10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him - gives him the gift of the Holy Spirit - Man’s greatest need = the Holy Spirit, it gives us power to live as God wants us to. V10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him - gives him the gift of the Holy Spirit - Man’s greatest need = the Holy Spirit, it gives us power to live as God wants us to. - Jesus had the Spirit before V10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him - gives him the gift of the Holy Spirit - Man’s greatest need = the Holy Spirit, it gives us power to live as God wants us to. - Jesus had the Spirit before - Here, Jesus was anointed by the Spirit V10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him - gives him the gift of the Holy Spirit - Man’s greatest need = the Holy Spirit, it gives us power to live as God wants us to. - Jesus had the Spirit before - Here, Jesus was anointed by the Spirit, with power for ministry V10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him “8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses (Acts 1:8). V10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him - Spirit of God must come upon us “8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses (Acts 1:8). V10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him - Spirit of God must come upon us, that we may live as God wants us to live. V10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him V10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove.

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him V11 And a voice came from heaven: “You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.”

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him He received assurance from the Father V11 And a voice came from heaven: “You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.”

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him He received assurance from the Father - God’s approval upon his earlier thirty years V11 And a voice came from heaven: “You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.”

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him He received assurance from the Father - God’s approval upon his earlier thirty years - It is helpful to receive assurance from God V11 And a voice came from heaven: “You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.”

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him He received assurance from the Father - God’s approval upon his earlier thirty years - It is helpful to receive assurance from God - God is ready to give us assurance V11 And a voice came from heaven: “You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.”

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him He received assurance from the Father - God’s approval upon his earlier thirty years - It is helpful to receive assurance from God - God is ready to give us assurance - Be assured, that God loves and accepts you V11 And a voice came from heaven: “You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.”

In the Baptism of Christ Mark 1:4 – 11 In the Baptism of Christ He identified with us The Spirit descends on Him He received assurance from the Father