S – Jesus answered him, “Allow it for now, because this is the way for us to fulfill all righteousness.” Then John allowed him to be baptized

Matthew 3:15 CSB 

O – Commentary:

Jesus’ response to John was that it was fitting for Him to take part in John’s baptism at this time in order to fulfill all righteousness. What did Jesus mean? The Law included no requirements about baptism, so Jesus could not have had in view anything pertaining to Levitical righteousness. But John’s message was a message of repentance, and those experiencing it were looking forward to a coming Messiah who would be righteous and who would bring in righteousness. If Messiah were to provide righteousness for sinners, He must be identified with sinners. It was therefore in the will of God for Him to be baptized by John in order to be identified (the real meaning of the word “baptized”) with sinners.

“Matthew,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures

A – Jesus identifies with our sin even when he had none of His own.  He is crucified on a cross for someone else’s sin.  Both are driven by a love that I cannot fathom.  That is an amazing love.

R – Heavenly Father, thank you for the love that Jesus displayed on the cross for us.  It finds us where we are today.  We invite your Spirit to lead today and help us walk in that same love for You and others.  Empower us to be your vessels today and reach others with your love.