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Baptized for a Mission

Chapter 6: The Mission of Jesus

Words to Know• Christ—the anointed one; Messiah• John the Baptist—relative of Jesus who prepared

the way for him by preaching repentance and baptizing

• King—one who has the greatest power and authority

• Priest—one who represents the people in offering sacrifice to God

• Prophet—one who hears God’s word and proclaims it

Last time…• We discussed the Infancy Narratives• Where did they leave off?• Now we will begin following Jesus as he starts his

mission aso Priesto Propheto King

Who prepared the people of Palestine for

Jesus?• John the Baptist!

o See Luke 1:57-66o We read about his birth because of his special role in salvation history

Discuss…• How was the birth of John announced?• What happened to Zechariah?• How was John named?• What did Zechariah do after John was born?• How was John’s birth similar to Jesus’ birth?

See Matthew 3:13-17• Why did John first refuse to baptize Jesus?

Exit Tweet• Why was it important for Jesus to be baptized?