1. Series: Learning From The Master – A Plan to Live By Getting Started Right is Always Important

2. Getting Started Right is Always Important Matthew 3:1-17(KJV) 1 In those days came John the Baptist, preaching in the wilderness of Judaea, 2 And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. 3 For this is he that was spoken of by the prophet Esaias, saying, The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. 4 And the same John had his raiment of camel’s hair, and a leathern girdle about his loins; and his meat was locusts and wild honey. 5 Then went out to him Jerusalem, and all Judaea, and all the region round about Jordan, 6 And were baptized of him in Jordan, confessing their sins.

3. Getting Started Right is Always Important 7 But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees come to his baptism, he said unto them, O generation of vipers, who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come? 8 Bring forth therefore fruits meet for repentance: 9 And think not to say within yourselves, We have Abraham to our father: for I say unto you, that God is able of these stones to raise up children unto Abraham. 10 And now also the axe is laid unto the root of the trees: therefore every tree which bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire.

4. Getting Started Right is Always Important 11 I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: 12 Whose fan is in his hand, and he will thoroughly purge his floor, and gather his wheat into the garner; but he will burn up the chaff with unquenchable fire. 13 Then cometh Jesus from Galilee to Jordan unto John, to be baptized of him. 14 But John forbad him, saying, I have need to be baptized of thee, and comest thou to me? 15 And Jesus answering said unto him, Suffer it to be so now: for thus it becometh us to fulfil all righteousness. Then he suffered him.

5. Getting Started Right is Always Important 16 And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him: 17 And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased

6. Getting Started Right is Always Important The time for Jesus to begin His earthly ministry was God’s planning

7. Getting Started Right is Always Important The time for Jesus to begin His earthly ministry was God’s planning It was the right time – 1 “In those days…”

8. Getting Started Right is Always Important The time for Jesus to begin His earthly ministry was God’s planning It was the right time – 1 “In those days…” It was the right servant – 1 – “…came John the Baptist…”

9. Getting Started Right is Always Important The time for Jesus to begin His earthly ministry was God’s planning It was the right time – 1 “In those days…” It was the right servant – 1 – “…came John the Baptist…” It was the right method – 1 “…preaching…”

10. Getting Started Right is Always Important The time for Jesus to begin His earthly ministry was God’s planning It was the right time – 1 “In those days…” It was the right servant – 1 – “…came John the Baptist…” It was the right method – 1 “…preaching…” It was the right place – 1 “…the wilderness of Judaea,”

11. Getting Started Right is Always Important The time for Jesus to begin His earthly ministry was God’s planning It was the right time – 1 “In those days…” It was the right servant – 1 – “…came John the Baptist…” It was the right method – 1 “…preaching…” It was the right place – 1 “…the wilderness of Judaea,” It was the right message – 2 “Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.”

12. Getting Started Right is Always Important The time for Jesus to begin His earthly ministry was God’s planning It was the right intro – 3-4

13. Getting Started Right is Always Important The time for Jesus to begin His earthly ministry was God’s planning It was the right intro – 3-4 It was the right people - 5

14. Getting Started Right is Always Important The time for Jesus to begin His earthly ministry was God’s planning It was the right intro – 3-4 It was the right people - 5 It was for the right reason - 6

15. Getting Started Right is Always Important The time for Jesus to begin His earthly ministry was God’s planning It was the right intro – 3-4 It was the right people - 5 It was for the right reason - 6 It would bring the right result

16. Getting Started Right is Always Important For many there is never a right time

17. Getting Started Right is Always Important For many there is never a right time It was the wrong people (highly religious) 7 But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees come to his baptism, he said unto them, O generation of vipers, who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come?

18. Getting Started Right is Always Important For many there is never a right time It was the wrong people (highly religious) It was the wrong warning (for them – rejected it)

19. Getting Started Right is Always Important For many there is never a right time It was the wrong people (highly religious) It was the wrong warning (for them – rejected it) It was the wrong method for them (vs. 8) 8 Bring forth therefore fruits meet for repentance:

20. Getting Started Right is Always Important For many there is never a right time It was the wrong people (highly religious) It was the wrong warning (for them – rejected it) It was the wrong method for them (vs. 8) It was the wrong pathway for them 9 And think not to say within yourselves, We have Abraham to our father: for I say unto you, that God is able of these stones to raise up children unto Abraham.

21. Getting Started Right is Always Important For many there is never a right time It was the wrong people (highly religious) It was the wrong warning (for them – rejected it) It was the wrong method for them (vs. 8) It was the wrong pathway for them It was the wrong dispensation (era) in their mind - 10

22. Getting Started Right is Always Important God’s plan for salvation included help for the needy 11 I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: 12 Whose fan is in his hand, and he will thoroughly purge his floor, and gather his wheat into the garner; but he will burn up the chaff with unquenchable fire.

23. Getting Started Right is Always Important God’s plan for salvation included help for the needy John commended and pushed repentance and a new start – 11a

24. Getting Started Right is Always Important God’s plan for salvation included help for the needy John commended and pushed repentance and a new start – 11a John foretold of One who brought greater connection to God - 11

25. Getting Started Right is Always Important God’s plan for salvation included help for the needy John commended and pushed repentance and a new start – 11a John foretold of One who brought greater connection to God - 11 John told of One who would help us serve better (Holy Ghost) – 11d

26. Getting Started Right is Always Important God’s plan for salvation included help for the needy John commended and pushed repentance and a new start – 11a John foretold of One who brought greater connection to God - 11 John told of One who would help us serve better (Holy Ghost) – 11d John told of One who would bring a great and exact harvest one day - 12

27. Getting Started Right is Always Important Jesus’ plan for ministry started and continued by example

28. Getting Started Right is Always Important Jesus’ plan for ministry started and continued by example His example started with a forward movement–13a

29. Getting Started Right is Always Important Jesus’ plan for ministry started and continued by example His example started with a forward movement–13a His start showed His obedience for all to see–13b We allow pride and self to hinder our obedience to Him

30. Getting Started Right is Always Important Jesus’ plan for ministry started and continued by example His example started with a forward movement–13a His start showed His obedience for all to see–13b His Rightness was recognized by John–14

31. Getting Started Right is Always Important Jesus’ plan for ministry started and continued by example His example started with a forward movement–13a His start showed His obedience for all to see–13b His Rightness was recognized by John–14 His example was to be followed by us all-15

32. Getting Started Right is Always Important Jesus’ plan for ministry started and continued by example His example started with a forward movement–13a His start showed His obedience for all to see–13b His Rightness was recognized by John–14 His example was to be followed by us all-15 His greatness was summarized by God

33. Getting Started Right is Always Important Visual effects 16 And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him: Audio input 17 And lo a voice from heaven Side commentary This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.

34. Getting Started Right is Always Important What can we learn from this, the Master’s example?

35. Getting Started Right is Always Important What can we learn from this, the Master’s example? We all need repentance in the Lord

36. Getting Started Right is Always Important What can we learn from this, the Master’s example? We all need repentance in the Lord Repentance equals and brings?

37. Getting Started Right is Always Important What can we learn from this, the Master’s example? We all need repentance in the Lord Repentance equals and brings? Sorrow for our misdeed/sins New direction for our lives Forgiveness and help in following Him

38. Getting Started Right is Always Important What can we learn from this, the Master’s example? We all need repentance in the Lord Repentance equals and brings? Heritage and religion are not enough to bring a proper relationship with God

39. Getting Started Right is Always Important What can we learn from this, the Master’s example? Heritage and religion are not enough to bring a proper relationship with God Recognize Him for who He is

40. Getting Started Right is Always Important What can we learn from this, the Master’s example? Heritage and religion are not enough to bring a proper relationship with God Realize our need for Him in our lives

41. Getting Started Right is Always Important What can we learn from this, the Master’s example? Heritage and religion are not enough to bring a proper relationship with God Realize our need for Him in our lives What good thing (if any) can we do to obtain salvation?

42. Getting Started Right is Always Important What can we learn from this, the Master’s example? Heritage and religion are not enough to bring a proper relationship with God Realize our need for Him in our lives What good thing (if any) can we do to obtain salvation? Where do we obtain salvation in our lives?

43. Getting Started Right is Always Important What can we learn from this, the Master’s example? Heritage and religion are not enough to bring a proper relationship with God Realize our need for Him in our lives What good thing (if any) can we do to obtain salvation? Where do we obtain salvation in our lives? Why would we wait to obtain salvation if we know our need?

44. Getting Started Right is Always Important What can we learn from this, the Master’s example? Heritage and religion are not enough to bring a proper relationship with God Realize our need for Him in our lives What good thing (if any) can we do to obtain salvation? Where do we obtain salvation in our lives? Why would we wait to obtain salvation if we know our need? Can He save us today?

45. Getting Started Right is Always Important What can we learn from this, the Master’s example? Heritage and religion are not enough to bring a proper relationship with God Realize our need for Him in our lives What good thing (if any) can we do to obtain salvation? Where do we obtain salvation in our lives? Why would we wait to obtain salvation if we know our need? Can He save us today? If we fail to obtain salvation, knowing our need, who is at fault?

46. Getting Started Right is Always Important What can we learn from this, the Master’s example? Heritage and religion are not enough to bring a proper relationship with God Repent for our sins and leave them behind Having realized our great need for Him to save us, let us look to Him for true salvation Call out to Him today

47. Getting Started Right is Always Important What can we learn from this, the Master’s example? Heritage and religion are not enough to bring a proper relationship with God Reach out to Him for a better and victorious life through His Holy Spirit Reach for salvation – He will give it Ready your life to serve Him well – He exampled it Reveal to others you serve Him completely

48. Getting Started Right is Always Important Make the steps that show His Spirit lives within you

49. Getting Started Right is Always Important Make the steps that show His Spirit lives within you Yearning for God’s touch in your lives

50. Getting Started Right is Always Important Make the steps that show His Spirit lives within you Yearning for God’s touch in your lives Understanding of your great need and inability to meet that need without Jesus

51. Getting Started Right is Always Important Make the steps that show His Spirit lives within you Yearning for God’s touch in your lives Understanding of your great need and inability to meet that need without Jesus Call for salvation

52. Getting Started Right is Always Important Make the steps that show His Spirit lives within you Yearning for God’s touch in your lives Understanding of your great need and inability to meet that need without Jesus Call for salvation Proper Baptism in the sight of God and man

53. Getting Started Right is Always Important Make the steps that show His Spirit lives within you Yearning for God’s touch in your lives Understanding of your great need and inability to meet that need without Jesus Call for salvation Proper Baptism in the sight of God and man Abundant and consistent worship with fellow believers

54. Getting Started Right is Always Important Make the steps that show His Spirit lives within you Yearning for God’s touch in your lives Understanding of your great need and inability to meet that need without Jesus Call for salvation Proper Baptism in the sight of God and man Abundant and consistent worship with fellow believers Walk the walk that shows you are His

55. Getting Started Right is Always Important Make the steps that show His Spirit lives within you Yearning for God’s touch in your lives Understanding of your great need and inability to meet that need without Jesus Call for salvation Proper Baptism in the sight of God and man Abundant and consistent worship with fellow believers Walk the walk that shows you are His Tell others of His greatness and part in your life

56. Getting Started Right is Always Important Get started right today Get right with God Through Jesus His Son