535. Jesus’ public life begins with his baptism by John in the Jordan.228 John preaches “a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins”.229 A crowd of sinners230 – tax collectors and soldiers, Pharisees and Sadducees, and prostitutes – come to be baptized by him. “Then Jesus appears.” the Baptist hesitates, but Jesus insists and receives baptism. Then the Holy Spirit, in the form of a dove, comes upon Jesus and a voice from heaven proclaims, “This is my beloved Son.”231 This is the manifestation (“Epiphany”) of Jesus as Messiah of Israel and Son of God.
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442. What is implied in the affirmation of God: “I am the Lord your God” (Exodus 20:2)?
329. How does a priest carry out his proper ministry?
564. How are the saints guides for prayer?
9. What is the full and definitive stage of God’s Revelation?
213. How can one reconcile the existence of hell with the infinite goodness of God?
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What does the Bible say about the need to forgive, according to Colossians 3:13?
What was the story of King Amon’s violent death and rebellion in 2 Kings 21-22?
How the Annunciation Story Can Inspire Us to Trust God (Luke 1:26-38)
What is the role of women in society, according to Ecclesiasticus 26:1-4?
