The Baptism of Jesus – Mark 1:4-11

Today we celebrate the Baptism of Jesus with readings from Genesis 1:1-5, Romans 6:1-11, and Mark 1:4-11.

The Genesis reading for today’s celebration are the opening words of God’s self-revelation of Himself to us (Genesis 1:1-5).  And, that’s really what the Bible is, isn’t it?  God’s revelation to us of His actions for us.  He tells us of His creation of all things through His Word, His redemption of all things through His incarnate Word Jesus Christ, and His ultimate restoration of all thi...