The feast of the Baptism of Jesus invites us to reflect on our own Baptism. With a humble heart, Jesus joins the people of His time in receiving Baptism from John the Baptist. This marks the third epiphany, where God reveals Himself through Jesus. God’s voice declares, “You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased”. It is truly inspiring to witness Jesus as God, finding delight in being close to his people. Through Jesus, God the Father invites us into a unique and intimate relationship with him.
Take this moment to reflect on your connection with God. Do you feel his love in your life? Can you see his face in the faces of others? Are you open to hearing his voice? A meaningful way to remember our bond with God is by recalling the date of our Baptism, the day we were born into the Spirit and the Catholic Church. Pope Francis encourages us to celebrate this important day, when we became children of God. The Baptism of Jesus reminds us that God is not distant but near, walking with us on our journey toward the Father.
