Why was Jesus Christ baptized?

Why was Jesus Christ baptized?

Being born in the church, I always thought I knew the answer to this one. It was to be an example to all of us, His brothers and sisters, of course.

Well, that was kinda right, but it's not the whole answer.

Check out 2 Nephi 31:7-9. This is what I read last night during my personal study of the Book of Mormon. I was surprised at what I found.

So why was Jesus Christ baptized? I found at least three reasons in these verses:

1. to humble Himself before God
2. to show God that He would obey the commandments
3. to show the children of men the straitness of the path, and the narrowness of the gate

I thought number three was especially interesting. The way to the celestial kingdom is so perfect, so important, that even Jesus Christ had to show everyone that He needed to be baptized, or that at least everyone else had to be baptized to have a chance at exaltation.

Hope you liked your snack! Comment with your thoughts and ideas. I would love that!

Mrs. Unbe