Mindful of his covenant (Ps), the Lord promises never to destroy creation again by floodwaters (1). The waters of baptism bring salvation and forgiveness through the death of Christ (2). After fasting forty days and being put to the test, Jesus begins his public ministry (3). Gn 9:8–15 Ps 25:4–9 1 Pt 3:18–22 Mk 1:12–15