Gospel: Mark 1:7–11
He preached to the people, saying, “After me comes one who is more powerful than I am; I have baptized you with water, but he will baptize you in the Holy Spirit.” At that time Jesus
came from Nazareth, a town of Galilee, and was baptized by John in the Jordan. And the moment he came up out of the water, heaven opened before him,
and he saw the Spirit coming down on him like a dove. And these words were heard from heaven, “You are my Son, the Beloved, the One I have chosen.”
Reflection:
John proclaims the coming of someone mightier than he. Then Jesus appeared and was baptized by John. Miraculous signs accompanied His coming out of the water marking Him as someone special and someone dear to God.
Those who listen in silence hears more than those who entertain too many sounds around them.
Lord, may we have the capacity to attune ourselves in silence so we can know more.
