Story 24: John Baptizes Jesus

Comprehension Questions and Answers

Where did John live when he grew up? *He lived in the wilderness. [24-01]
What message did John preach to the people? *“Repent, for the kingdom of God is near!” [24-02]
What did John do to the people who repented at his preaching? *He baptized them. [24-03]
Which group of people did John compare to poisonous snakes? *This referred to many of the religious leaders who refused to repent. [24-04]
What was John's answer when the Jews asked him if he was the Messiah? *He said he was not the Messiah. [24-05]
What title did John use for Jesus when he saw him coming to be baptized? *He called him, "the Lamb of God who will take away the sin of the world.” [24-06]
Why did Jesus not need to repent of his sins before John baptized him? *Because Jesus had never sinned. [24-07]
Why did Jesus say that John should baptize him? *John baptized Jesus because it was the right thing to do. [24-07]
Who came to rest on Jesus after he was baptized? *The Spirit of God appeared in the form of a dove. [24-08]
What did God say to Jesus after he was baptized? *“You are my Son whom I love, and I am very pleased with you.” [24-08]
Whom did God say the Holy Spirit would come down and rest upon? *He would rest on the Son of God. [24-09]
How many gods are there? *There is only one God. [24-10]

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