baptism of jesus – Drew Downs

Active Participation

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3 min read

In the baptism of Jesus and the calling of Andrew as a disciples, we get a different view of active participation.

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2 min read

The Baptism of Jesus is one of our tradition’s most important stories. It is also one of its most subversive.

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6 min read

The Baptism of Jesus is the beginning of the story. And it reminds us of the central theme of the gospel is new life.

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6 min read

This lectionary jump could be fruitful if we’re willing to first recognize the jump. And then, take what John has to say seriously.

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9 min read

As traditions go, baptism is pretty straight forward. And just like everything else, we often lose track of the point: God.

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8 min read

All this jumping around in the lectionary is making me dizzy. Now we’re back to John the Baptist. But a question remains unanswered.