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Matthew 3:16-17 (NIV) 16 As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and lighting on him. 17 And a voice from heaven said, "This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.".
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Matthew 3:16-17 (NIV) 16 As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and lighting on him. 17 And a voice from heaven said, "This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased."
1. “You’re Mine!” Matthew 3:17 (NIV) – 17 And a voice from heaven said, "This is my Son….”
2. “I Love You!” Matthew 3:17 (NIV) – “This is my Son, whom I love ….”
2. “I Love You!” a. Discipline demonstrates love Hebrews 12:5-6 (NLT2) – 5And have you forgotten the encouraging words God spoke to you as his children? He said, “My child, don’t make light of the Lord’s discipline, and don’t give up when he corrects you.
2. “I Love You!” a. Discipline demonstrates love Hebrews 12:5-6 (NLT2) – 6 For the Lorddisciplines those he loves, and he punishes each one he accepts as his child.”
2. “I Love You!” b. Discipline is designed to help us reflect God’s holiness Hebrews 12:10 (NLT2) – 10 For our earthly fathers disciplined us for a few years, doing the best they knew how. But God’s discipline is always good for us, so that we might share in his holiness.
2. “I Love You!” c. Discipline brings rewards Hebrews 12:11 (NLT2) – 11 No discipline is enjoyable while it is happening—it’s painful! But afterward there will be a peaceful harvest of right livingfor those who are trained in this way.
2. “I Love You!” c. Discipline brings rewards Hebrews 12:12-13 (NLT2) – 12 So take a new grip with your tired hands and strengthen your weak knees.13 Mark out a straight path for your feet so that those who are weak and lame will not fall but become strong.
3. “I’m Proud of You!” Matthew 3:17 (NIV) – "This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased."