Reference

Matthew 3:13-17

Today we look at Jesus' baptism story as a parallel to Jesus' crucifixion. Jesus offered himself up for baptism in the river Jordan alongside everyone else, even with protests from John the Baptist. He did so to show publicly that he was with us and for us. It was an invitation to love as Jesus loved, as a servant to all. During this time of Lent, that is an important message to remember.