German: Christ, unser Herr, zum Jordan kam Text: Martin Luther (1483-1546) Tune: Johann Walter (1486-1570) The Baptism of Christ. Rublev To Jordan came the Christ, our Lord To do His Father’s pleasure; Baptized by John, the Father’s Word Was given us to treasure. This heav’nly washing now shall be A cleansing from transgression And by His blood and agony Release from death’s oppression. A new life now awaits us. O hear and mark the message well, For God Himself has spo
