The father's first words in the New Testament

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This sermon explores the significance of God the Father's first words in the New Testament, spoken at Jesus' baptism. It highlights six aspects of the father-son relationship demonstrated in this event and applies them to human fatherhood, emphasizing that relationships cannot be reduced to checklists.

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