The baptism of Jesus is described in the Gospels, primarily in Matthew, Mark, and Luke. According to these accounts, Jesus went to the Jordan River, where John the Baptist was preaching and baptizing people as a sign of repentance. John, recognizing Jesus as the Messiah, initially hesitated to baptize Him, feeling unworthy. However, Jesus insisted, saying it was necessary to fulfill all righteousness.
When Jesus was baptized, as He emerged from the water, the heavens opened, and the Spirit of God descended upon Him in the form of a dove. A voice from heaven declared, "This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased." This event marked the beginning of Jesus' public ministry, affirming His identity as the Son of God and setting the stage for His mission of salvation.
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