16-17: So very much happens in these two verses. Jesus quickly came out of the water and received this heavenly signal, as if he knew it was coming, for surely he did. Here all three persons of the Godhead are plainly seen. Jesus, identified as the Son, the dove, which was the Holy Spirit bodily manifested in the form of a dove, and the Father, who spoke from heaven.
It was surely amazing to John to see the heavens opened. We can only speculate as to how this looked. Either way, the key here is the descent of the Spirit onto Christ. This did a couple of things. For one, it was the sign John was looking for. For another, it fulfilled prophecy. It was expected that the spirit would rest upon the Messiah.
The Father’s words, beyond being of great benefit to those present, and to us so many years later, must have been a comfort to Jesus as well. It is always good to hear from the Father, no matter who you are.
Personal Journal Entry #12118
Prayer Journal Entry #12118
Daily Bible Reading: 2 Kings 12:1-14:29
Praise Journal Entry #12078: Heavenly Father, thank You for Your expressions of love to us. It is altogether amazing that You love us so much. However, I will never complain of it. It is a source of constant joy and strength, as well as a great comfort, to know that You care so much for each of us. The wonder of the fact of Your love is overshadowed only by the quality of Your love. It is so good and genuine, and faithful. I can’t praise you enough for Your unconditional love! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.