APPLICATION:

Present clearly the meaning and values of Jesus' baptism and temptations
following the template given below.

A. On Baptism
What is the meaning What is the difference Give the three events
of Jesus’ Baptism? between Jesus' baptism in Jesus' baptism
and your baptism
Jesus’ baptism marks Jesus’ baptism was a - The heavens were
the beginning of confirmation of His identity opened.
Jesus' ministry and as the anointed one, the - The Spirit of God
confirms his identity as Son of God. On the other descending like a
the Son of God. hand, our baptism was to dove.
declare our fundamental - A voice from heaven
identity, as His proclaiming.
children/followers, and be
purified of our sins.

B. On Temptations
Temptations Meaning Value Jesus’ Response
st
1 : To turn Stone Satan enticed To be faithful to “It is written: ‘Man
into Bread Jesus to use his the will of God shall not live on
miraculous power in every given bread alone, but
to satisfy His situation, not on on every word that
hunger, and go the momentary comes from the
against His desires. mouth of God.’”
Father’s will.
2nd: To throw Satan persuaded To respond in “It is also written:
Himself from the Jesus to fall into faith, and to ‘You shall not put
parapet of the the sin of desire of follow Jesus in the name of the
temple and vainglory. the spirit of Lord, your God, to
command the loving trust, and the test.’”
angels to rescue obedience
him without a doubt.
3rd: To prostrate Jesus was offered God’s Kingdom “Get away, Satan!
Himself and with lust of eyes in does not rest on It is written: 'You
worship Satan exchange for one power, control, shall worship the
momentary or might. It’s Lord your God and
compromise of place is in the only Him shall you
values, his hearts of men, serve.’”
allegiance to and women.
Satan.

ASSESSMENT:

A. Write five significant lessons you have learned about the Baptism and
Temptations of Jesus.
1. Baptism enable us to be identified as the children of God.
2.We must trust in Him and His plans for us.
3.Do not test God.
4.We find satisfaction only with Him.
5.Follow Him through the means of grace.

B. As a baptized Christian, how can you follow Jesus’ example? Write five
concrete ways of being faithful and committed to your mission/God's will.
1. By making time for daily prayers and devotion.
2. By reading the Sacred Scripture and applying it to one’s self.
3. By sharing the Words of God to others.
4. By seeking and embracing the Truth.
5. By following His commands and instructions.

C. End your with a short prayer so that God’s Kingdom will come and His will
be done.

PRAYER

Heavenly Father, creator of heaven and Earth, our Savior, and our
Redeemer, we praise and glorify You. We humbly ask for forgiveness for all
the sins we've made and disobedience to Your will. Thank you Father for the
never-failing care and love, for this life and the life to come. Thank you Father
for the guidance and protection you had graced upon us. Save us from the
time of trial, and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the
glory are yours, now and forever. Amen.