Homily for the Feast of the Baptism of Christ

The Baptism of Christ is not a footnote to Christmas. It is not a sentimental scene to ease us into the year. It is a rupture. In this homily for the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, I reflect on the moment when Jesus steps into the waters of the Jordan — not to be cleansed, but to claim fallen humanity — and heaven opens. Here, for the first time publicly, God is revealed as Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Here, the Spirit descends — and remains. Here, Christ is declared not merely a teacher or prophet, but the beloved Son. This sermon explores: ✅ Why the Baptism of Christ is one of the Church’s most ancient feasts ✅ What the descent of the Holy Spirit “like a dove” reveals about Christ’s kingdom ✅ Why baptism is not a symbol, but a participation in Christ’s life ✅ What it means to live as people upon whom the Spirit remains The Baptism of Christ tells us who Jesus is — and who we are called to be. 🕊️ “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.” 📖 Scripture references include Matthew 3, Mark 1, John 1, and Genesis 8 If this homily has helped you, please consider sharing it, and subscribing for further sermons, reflections, and theological teaching. #BaptismOfChrist #Epiphany #ChristianTheology #Sermon #HolyTrinity #Anglican #Baptism #JesusChrist