Luk 3:21 | MHM | STEP | The Genealogy of Christ This section marks the transition from John the Baptist’s ministry to the public ministry of Jesus. Luke first describes Jesus’ baptism, where God publicly showed his approval of Jesus. Then, Luke records Jesus’ genealogy, showing how Jesus fulfills Old Testament prophecies, connecting him all the way back to Adam and to God himself. v. 21 : After John’s ministry, Jesus was baptized along with the people (Luke 3:21 ). Jesus waited until others were baptized first, showing humility. He prayed during his baptism, which teaches us that prayer should always be part of our spiritual life. Jesus prayed for God’s blessing and the Holy Spirit’s presence.

‏ Luke 3:21

The Genealogy of Christ

This section marks the transition from John the Baptist’s ministry to the public ministry of Jesus. Luke first describes Jesus’ baptism, where God publicly showed his approval of Jesus. Then, Luke records Jesus’ genealogy, showing how Jesus fulfills Old Testament prophecies, connecting him all the way back to Adam and to God himself.

v. 21: After John’s ministry, Jesus was baptized along with the people (Luke 3:21 ^a). Jesus waited until others were baptized first, showing humility. He prayed during his baptism, which teaches us that prayer should always be part of our spiritual life. Jesus prayed for God’s blessing and the Holy Spirit’s presence.