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41 | What purpose did each baptism serve? | NT general Archive 1 | Teacher | 66549 | ||
I am of the male persuasion. I haven't yet gone to where you can enter a profile but I will soon. | ||||||
42 | Why should we study the Old Testament | 1 Cor 10:11 | Teacher | 66539 | ||
Read 1 Corinthians 10:1-11. There you will find your answer. | ||||||
43 | Is baptism a work? | NT general Archive 1 | Teacher | 66537 | ||
I will speak rather boldy here. I believe based on what is presented in the bible, that if anyone dies prior to "complete" (I put this in quotes because who determines what complete is, but God) obedience to God's will, at best they are in the hands of God and He will judge them with His righteous judgment. At worst, they would be lost to an eternity in hell. The sad truth may be that in either case the result is the same. | ||||||
44 | does the bible teach 2 baptisms? | Acts 1:5 | Teacher | 66535 | ||
Agree3, your comment "hello! i have a heartfelt question. In john 14:26 it say's the holy spirit will teach "all" things, and bring them to "rememberance",also john 16:13. the messiah in acts 1:5 told the disciples that they will "now" be baptized with spirit.And then they (especially Peter) had to be reminded by the holy spirit (john 14:26) is the baptism in acts 11:15,16..... " My reply, "Jesus taught his apostles a great deal. So much that no man could remember it well enough to recite to a scribe for a written record. The apostles were "baptized" with the holy spirit, meaning they were blessed by God with the remembrance (jn 14.26) of everything Jesus had taught them." Your comment, "was the messiah a jew(king jew)who like every other jew had to come to john,because he was under law? Matthew 3:13-15.....so the messiah had to fulfil the law (luke 24:44). My reply, "I believe that the reason Jesus was baptized was to set an example. Certainly he didn't have to be. John's baptism was for repentance of sin. Jesus did not sin. The only conclusion left is he did it because he was going to require his followers do it. It was necessary for him to be baptized to 'fulfill all righteousness'. " Your comment, "the law is physical(something that can be seen)like water immersing. John did water baptism right?" My reply, "Yes, John's baptism was for repentance." Your comment, "Now after the messiah lay down his life and arose from the grave there was new law (spirit romans 7:6,and 8:2)right? My reply, "Yes." Your comment, "so is this why he said this in acts 1:5,and paul asked into what baptism were you baptized?I asked this question to myself for over 30 years....why did they ask "into what baptism were you baptized?......why was it so important to find out what baptism if it did not matter?" My reply, "It did matter at that time. If one was only baptized into "John's baptism of repentance" he was lacking something because Christ had died and it was necessary to be baptized into Christ as Acts 19:1-5 demonstrates." John's baptism began while Christ was alive on earth. If someone wanted to obey God they would be baptized into John's baptism. This would safeguard them should they die prior to Jesus (my understanding) and ensure their salvation. Once Christ died, it was necessary to be baptized into Christ for the remission of sin (Acts 2:38). Acts 19 is evidence of this and its importance." Your comment, "it seems that when paul met these men they were still doing johns' baptism(under the law,acts 1:5)they never heard of any holy spirit! These men were not performing John's baptism, they were baptized into John's baptism (Acts 19:3). Remember Peter even forgot(acts 11:16)about what the messiah told him and the other disciples.......why? My reply, "I don't believe Acts 11:16 teaches that Peter forgot, the passage says "Then I remembered". There is a difference." Your comment, "did the disciples go through so much trouble to make sure people knew this in acts 1:5......or was it really the holy spirit doing the teaching through these bodies in the first place!.....john 14:26,and 16:13.......just asking heartfelt questions after reading these verses for a long time........please no bitter replies,.... I am only asking a few questions!......thanks" My reply, "The baptism of the Holy Spirit upon the twelve apostles on Pentecost gave these men the power they needed to one, remember what Jesus had taught them, two, demonstrate that what they said was from God through the performing of miracles (Mk 16.17,18), and three, impart these gifts to others in order to expand the number of "laborers" in the "harvest" (Mt 9:37,38)." These are all excellent questions! |
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45 | Is baptism a work? | NT general Archive 1 | Teacher | 66527 | ||
CWADE, read Acts 8:26-40. Here we have an example of someone (ethiopian eunuch) reading scripture but not understanding it (vs 30,31). Philip, beginning at the very scripture the eunuch was reading began to teach him Jesus (vs 35). As we read on we notice that they approached some water (vs 36). What then does the eunuch say? "Look! Water! What prevents me from being baptized?" Where in this section of scripture does it say Philip taught this man about baptism? It doesn't, but, he knew enough about to know it was necessary for them to stop the chariot and for him to be baptized. What does vs 37 say? Acts 8:37 And Philip said, "If you believe with all your heart, you may." And he answered and said, "I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God." Philip said, If you believe with all your heart, you may (implying, on the other hand if you don't believe you shouldn't). The conclusion here is that if a person believes in Jesus, baptism must be included in this belief because baptism is an integral part of salvation. As many other members of the forum have said, this is a dead issue. Those that believe baptism is an important and necessary part of salvation also believe in what the bible teaches. Those that do not believe baptism is necessary for salvation would do well to re-examine "the whole counsel of God". |
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46 | Is baptism a work? | NT general Archive 1 | Teacher | 66524 | ||
Indiana, what passage in Acts? I don't recall. What of Acts 2:38? What of Acts 22:16? What of Gal 3:25? What of Rom 6:1f? What of 1 Pet 3:21? When you take all of God's word dealing with salvation, baptism plays a very crucial part. You say, "There are many passages that speak of salvation apart from baptism". Yes this is true but there are also many passages that speak of baptism as a part of salvation. The sum of the parts equal the whole. Subtract one element you have no whole. There are many passages that have the phrase "will be saved" attached. For example, Mt 10.22, Mk 13.13 “…he who endures to the end will be saved” Does enduring save us? Mk 16.15 “He who believes and is baptized will be saved” Does believing and being baptized (because of our belief) save us? Jn 10.9 “I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved” Does entering a door save us? Acts 11.14 “words by which you and all your household will be saved” Do words save us? Acts 16.31 “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved” Does belief save us? Rom 9.27 “The remnant will be saved” Does being a part of "the remnant" save us? Rom 10.9 “if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved." Does confession save us? Rom 11.26 “And so all Israel will be saved” Does being an Israelite save us? 1 Cor 3.15 “If anyone’s work is burned, he will suffer loss; but he himself will be saved” If my work is burned am I saved? 1 Ti 2.15 “Nevertheless she will be saved in childbearing” Does childbearing save us? Now you have to admit that some of these examples are preposterous. The question is which ones are and which ones are not? Does God have to mention everything necessary for salvation in every passage that deals with salvation? No, because his creation man was given the intelligence to put it all together to arrive at the one truth. |
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47 | Didn't God give man freedom of choice? | Romans | Teacher | 66521 | ||
Well said, thank you. | ||||||
48 | Is baptism a work? | NT general Archive 1 | Teacher | 66514 | ||
All I can say to this is AMEN, AMEN, AMEN! | ||||||
49 | What purpose did each baptism serve? | NT general Archive 1 | Teacher | 66513 | ||
Charis, I had to look at your profile to make sure what gender I was speaking with, not that it really matters. Anyway, I agree that there WERE three baptisms, 1) the baptism of John unto repentance, 2) the baptism of the Holy Spirit (fire), 3) and water baptism. Each of these had a purpose. My question to you is what purpose did each serve? If you have the time please cite scripture to support your position for each. Thank you. | ||||||
50 | Is baptism a work? | NT general Archive 1 | Teacher | 66512 | ||
Hank, I will utilize the search function as it becomes necessary, thank you. The Ephesians scripture says nothing about baptism so how does it apply. I could understand your use of this passage if we were talking about how salvation came about. As previously posted, we must look at God's word in total (Ps 119.160), not just at what fits our personal belief. I respect your opinion and will leave it at that. | ||||||
51 | Is baptism a work? | NT general Archive 1 | Teacher | 66511 | ||
CWADE, the feeling I get from some of the other forum members is that baptism and its importance in salvation is an issue that no one seems to agree on. I myself have written papers on the subject and through my research have concluded that, based on ALL the biblical evidence, it IS necessary for salvation, sins are not remitted UNTIL one is baptized, and until sins are remitted a person IS NOT SAVED (emphasis is just to make my point). I do not ask you or anyone else to accept my position on this. I only ask that those who are uncertain or curious about this issue study the bible, all the passages that deal with the subject, and come to an honest conclusion. If that conclusion is the same one they had before, so be it. Ps 119:160 The sum of Your word is truth, And every one of Your righteous ordinances is everlasting. |
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52 | What is the best way to use the forum? | Bible general Archive 1 | Teacher | 66510 | ||
Thanks, Tim. | ||||||
53 | Unforgivable sin | Romans | Teacher | 66509 | ||
Hi Hank. Your commment, "The kinds of questions that can always be depended upon to attract attention but to solve little are debates about election and free will, including the whole panorama of divergent views among Calvinists and Arminians; the role of baptism in the salvation experience; the issue of salvation by faith alone or by faith plus works, etc." causes me to be a little cautious. In my experience, I have discussed these or similar topics to no avail because those with whom I have had discussions cannot see the truth from the lie. My goal is expressed in 1 Tim 2:1-4 "First of all, then, I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men, for kings and all who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. This is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth." My only guide to doctrine is the bible and feel that all answers to all spiritual questions, through proper and diligent study, can be found in it. What are your thoughts? |
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54 | Didn't God give man freedom of choice? | Romans | Teacher | 66507 | ||
Thank you for your comments Robert. Yes, it is wonderful to be a child of the King, but I cannot agree with you that once a person has become one that he/she is one forever. I ask that you read 2 Peter chapter 2 and give me your comments on it. | ||||||
55 | Are not all churches denominational? | Bible general Archive 1 | Teacher | 66504 | ||
Thanks Hank. If you are willing how about we continue with simplicity and hopefully we can reach a conclusion without too much effort. If you were to define denomination or denominationalism, how would you? | ||||||
56 | Unforgivable sin | Romans | Teacher | 66336 | ||
Dear Hank, I have a question on the burner about how best to use the forum. Any advice you can provide would be most appreciated. | ||||||
57 | Is baptism a work? | NT general Archive 1 | Teacher | 66335 | ||
CWADE, from the tense of your post I understand you feel very strongly about this. I must agree that baptism without belief saves no one hence the phrase "he that believes AND is baptized will be saved". I believe that Mk 16:15 reveals what is to be believed, the gospel. If I don't believe in the gospel of Jesus Christ, why would I be baptized? If I do believe in the gospel, then I would, by definition, have to believe in what it says I should do. Baptism does not save us, God's grace saves us. This is the point where people get hung up on baptism being a work. How is baptism a work? If, in order to come into (spiritual) contact with the death of Christ I must be baptized Rom 6:3, if, in order to "appeal to God for a good conscience" 1 Pet 3:21, I must be baptized, if, in order to wash away my sin, I must "arise and be baptized" Acts 22:16, AND, if all of these passages make up, albeit a small portion of, the gospel, why would I not do it? | ||||||
58 | Are not all churches denominational? | Not Specified | Teacher | 66330 | ||
What distinguishes a denominational church from a nondenominational church? | ||||||
59 | Are not all churches denominational? | Bible general Archive 1 | Teacher | 66338 | ||
What distinguishes a denominational church from a nondenominational church? | ||||||
60 | Is baptism a work? | NT general Archive 1 | Teacher | 66329 | ||
CWADE, using this line of reasoning, I would agree. We could put any phrase after "believes" and before "will be saved" and say that this is doctrine. But this is the Lord speaking. How can we take words of the Lord so lightly? | ||||||
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