In this second message from Mark, we reflect on God’s powerful words as Jesus emerges from the water. These words affirm that Jesus is the promised deliverer, sent to bring liberation and hope. But they also reveal something deeply personal: God is not only rescuing us—He is restoring who we are. By declaring Jesus as His beloved Son, God signals the beginning of a new identity for all who follow Him. Through Jesus, we are no longer defined by brokenness or shame; we are called beloved, honoured, and precious in God’s eyes. This is a message not just of deliverance , but of restoration and belonging.