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NASB | John 3:5 Jesus answered, "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | John 3:5 Jesus answered, "I assure you and most solemnly say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit he cannot [ever] enter the kingdom of God. [Ezek 36:25-27] |
Subject: does one need to be baptised to be saved |
Bible Note: Hi, ROGER! I cannot be any clearer than this: ...Jesus answered, "I tell you the truth, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless he is born of water and the Spirit. (John 3:3-5) It is Jesus’ own Word that tells you that we must be baptized in order to enter into the Kingdom of God! How you choose to interpret "water" (tears, flood, embryonic fluid, evolutionists’ ooze, or any other symbolic measure) is your prerogative... Scripture speak about water baptism and baptism in the Holy Spirit (I would not have known him, except that the one who sent me to baptize with water told me, ’The man on whom you see the Spirit come down and remain is he who will baptize with the Holy Spirit.’--John 1:33); neither baptism is optional and both are consequential to our salvation (not my words, Christ’s own words: Luke 7:24-35). Are you seeking a short-cut to salvation? Ignoring Christ's Command, whenever it pleases us, is not a sign of humility and obedience to Christ. I cannot convince you to accept water baptism as part of your visible acceptance of Christ as your Lord and Savior (Savior means He that brings Salvation)... that is an issue that you must take to the Lord! God Bless! Angel |