The New Testament Witness to Christ and His Kingdom, Student Workbook, SW13

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T H E N E W T E S T A M E N T W I T N E S S T O C H R I S T A N D H I S K I N G D O M

b. John 1.6-7

c. Acts 19.4

2. As one who preceded the Messiah’s coming, and who would recede after he announced his presence, John 3.28-30

3. As he who rehearsed and announced the presence of Messiah and his work, Matt. 3.11-12

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II. The Baptism of Jesus

A. Biblical citations

1. Matt. 3.13-17

2. Mark 1.9-11

3. Luke 3.21-23

4. John 1.29-34

B. Baptism as a sign of repentance

1. Luke 3.3 cf. Acts 19.4