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Why Was Jesus Baptized?

Jesus clearly stated that he needed John to baptize him. But why would Jesus need to go through the waters of baptism if he had not sinned?
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Doing the Works of Jesus and Greater Works
Doing the Works of Jesus and Greater Works

Doing the Works of Jesus and Greater Works

Apr 21, 2012
God equips his people with everything we need to serve him. And we will do even greater works than Jesus himself.
John Piper
Apr 21, 2012

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Why Jesus Wept
Why Jesus Wept

Why Jesus Wept

Apr 29, 2011
We may never get to the bottom of the infinite meaning in these two words: “Jesus wept.” The sinless Son of God cried. Why?
Jon Bloom
Apr 29, 2011

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Why Was Jesus Baptized?
Why Was Jesus Baptized?

Why Was Jesus Baptized?

Jan 15, 2016
Jesus clearly stated that he needed John to baptize him. But why would Jesus need to go through the waters of baptism if he had not sinned?
John Piper
Jan 15, 2016
“Even in the Old Testament, the ministry of the prophets pointed beyond themselves to a great prophet yet to come.”
—Chris Bruno, from The Voice That Made the World
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John 11:1–6, Part 2: Why Did Jesus Let Lazarus Die?
John 11:1–6, Part 2: Why Did Jesus Let Lazarus Die?

Why Did Jesus Let Lazarus Die?

John 11:1–6, Part 2

Mar 10, 2016
Jesus loved Lazarus, and Jesus let Lazarus die. Is that possible? Love does not always look like what we expect.
John Piper
Mar 10, 2016
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Philippians 2:3–4: True Humility Ends in Glory
Philippians 2:3–4: True Humility Ends in Glory

True Humility Ends in Glory

Philippians 2:3–4

Mar 24, 2018
True humility bends low in service, gives to others at a cost to self, and receives a kingdom in the end.
John Piper
Mar 24, 2018

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