- John's baptism was by using water after confession and repentance for the forgiveness. The implication of v.8 was that his baptism required water, but not so with that of Jesus, Who would give us (baptize with) the Holy Spirit. Nothing else was needed. Once Jesus had been baptized by John He had fulfilled one of the law's requirements so it was not required of His followers. That is the significance of Jesus saying: ‘It is finished’. Nothing needs to be added to what He has done.
- Twelve disciples responded positively to Jesus' call. How many did not? We don't know, but the lesson is: if Jesus calls then it is best to respond (and don't turn back like Judas).
- 'Follow me' says Jesus; He will enable us to succeed as Christians. We are never to follow any man.
- With the Holy Spirit within, teaching us, we must learn to teach the Gospel with authority and power.
We know of twelve disciples who
responded to His call;
one stayed not true so never knew
That Christ was God of all!
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