9.

Jesus and John

Scripture part: Matthew 3: 1-17

Memory verse: Matthew 3:17
" And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well
pleased."

I. Name the following

1) Who proclaimed, 'Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand'?

John the Baptist
2) Who was the prophet who spoke about John the Baptist?
Isaiah
3) Every tree which bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire.
4) John the Baptist baptized people in the Jordan River.
5) John had his raiment of camel's hair,
6) Who shall baptize you with the Holy spirit and with fire?
Jesus Christ
7) Who Baptized Jesus?
John the Baptist
II. Answer the followings

1) Write about John the Baptist?

John the Baptist was a prophet who foretold the coming of Jesus Christ in the wilderness
of Judea, proclaiming the imminent arrival of the kingdom of heaven. He wore clothing
made of camel's hair and a leather belt around his waist, and his diet consisted of
locusts and wild honey. He baptized people in the Jordan River, offering a baptism of
repentance. He also baptized Jesus, signifying the beginning of Jesus' ministry.

2) Describe what happened when Jesus was baptized?

After Jesus received baptism in the Jordan River, the heavens opened, and the Spirit of
God descended upon him like a dove. This event symbolized the beginning of Jesus'
public ministry and the endorsement of his mission by God. The voice of God was heard
from heaven, declaring, "This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased."