#33 - The Muddy Jordan

February 09, 2026

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Hopewell is back in person—and with a packed Parent Commissioning and a growing next generation (52 babies this year!), Pastor Brandon and Pastor Joelt jump into a powerful recap from Mark 1: the baptism of Jesus.

If John’s baptism was a baptism of repentance… why would the sinless Son of God step into that line? In this conversation, they unpack the “layers” behind Jesus’ baptism:

  • How Jesus identifies with ordinary people—no fanfare, no spotlight
  • Why the muddy Jordan River is the perfect picture of our “mess”
  • Baptism by immersion as a vivid symbol of death, burial, and resurrection
  • Why baptism is step one of obedience (not a requirement for salvation)
  • What to do if you have questions, fear, or a different church background

Plus: encouragement for those getting baptized this week—and why temptation often comes right after you take a public stand.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Do I need to be baptized?” or “Why immersion?”—this episode is for you.

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