Mark 1 introduces the reader to the central figure, Jesus Christ, including His temptation. The key verse of chapter 1 is verse 15 “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel” This chapter is made up of several scenes…
Scene 1 John the Baptist prepares the way
Scene 2 John baptizes Jesus
Why baptism for Jesus? John’s baptism was a sign of confession and repentance with a view to forgiveness of sin. Jesus Christ was sinless and therefore had no need for repentance or confession.
Hebrews 4:15 15 This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same testings we do, yet he did not sin. (cf trial – which of you convicts me of sin?
John knew that Jesus did not need His baptism….
