The consequence of Jesus' unique relationship to God was a need for obedience to Him and a desire to do so.
Jesus showed wisdom and grace in His interactions in the Temple and with His parents and in favour with all the people He interacted with.
The cause of repentance v7-9, 16, 17. Coming judgement
The nature of repentance v8,10-14. Bearing fruit in keeping with repentance affecting your everyday life.
The outcome of repentance v3,15-17. Forgiveness of sins and "gathering into His barn".
Jesus' baptism provided affirmation of who He was, and His relation to and calling from the Father. It demonstrated to those present the Father's approval, relationship and delight.
John was unafraid to speak out when God's ways were ignored, even when the results could be (& were) costly.
The devil immediately questions Jesus' identity as the Son of God. The devil questions things that are certain, sowing seeds of doubt. Jesus answers each with the certainty of God's word - the strongest response to any temptation.
Temptation may come at 'high' points of our lives, or get us in our weakness. Jesus was tempted, but did not sin.
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