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1 | Ephesians 4:5 | Eph 4:5 | bible believer | 200822 | ||
you've picked a verse that even the "experts" can't agree on.....and understandably so. but, as with all of God's word, this verse must be looked at in context. as we know, the Bible speaks of several baptisms, 2 of which are Baptism of the Holy Spirit and water Baptism. Baptism of the HS is imparted to all believers at the moment of conversion (an internal event) and water baptism is commanded of all believers as a public demonstration (an external event)of the internal transformation that has transpired. the message of ephesians 4:1-6 is one of unity. eph 4:4-6 speaks of unity that is ours through the spirit (verse 4), through Christ (verse 5) and the father (verse 6). there is only one spirit, the holy spirit of God, who is possessed by every believer and who is therefore the inner unifying force in the body. spiritual baptism, by which all believers are placed into the body by the Holy Spirit, is implied in verse 4. knowing this and considering the context (topic of unity)the baptism of verse 5 is best considered to refer to water baptism. water baptism was extrememly important in the early church, not as a means of salvation or special blessing but as a testimony of identity with, and unity in, Jesus Christ. i pray this information is helpful. perhaps someone else can provide additional clarity. God bless you and stay in the Word! |
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2 | Ephesians 4:5 | Eph 4:5 | humbledbyhisgrace | 200824 | ||
BB, Why do you refer to the Holy Spirit as a “force”? The scriptures do not teach of Him as a force. This is the teaching of cults like the JW and Christadelphian. Steve |
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