Why Jesus accepted to be baptized:1.By accepting John’s baptism it meant he had approved John’s work as a messenger to prepare the way.2. The baptism of Jesus marked the beginning of his ministry. 3.He saw it as God’s plan of saving mankind.4.Jesus wanted to identify himself with the sinful mankind.5.It was a way of preparing those who were ready to receive the Messiah.6.The baptism of Jesus confirmed his divinity (son of God) for a dove came from heaven, ‘Thou art beloved son with thee I am well pleased’.
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