Mat 3:16-17 | Family | STEP | Lighting upon him ; in token of his being endowed with the Holy Spirit for his work. Compare . vs 16, 17. At the opening of the Saviour's ministry we have a manifestation of the Trinity: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, all cooperating in the great work of man's salvation.

Matthew 3:16-17

Lighting upon him; in token of his being endowed with the Holy Spirit for his work. Compare Joh 3:34. vs 16, 17. At the opening of the Saviour's ministry we have a manifestation of the Trinity: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, all cooperating in the great work of man's salvation. A voice; the voice of God the father, acknowledging Christ as his beloved Son, and expressing his approbation of his character, office, and work.