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NASB | 1 Corinthians 12:13 For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, whether slaves or free, and we were all made to drink of one Spirit. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 12:13 For by one [Holy] Spirit we were all baptized into one body, [spiritually transformed--united together] whether Jews or Greeks (Gentiles), slaves or free, and we were all made to drink of one [Holy] Spirit [since the same Holy Spirit fills each life]. [Rom 3:22; Gal 3:28] |
Bible Question: You must be baptized before serving in the choir ministry. Is this requirement biblical? |
Bible Answer: Hello azurelaw, Althought there may be specific churches that make this a requirement, I know of no such Biblical mandate! According to 1 Cor. 12:13, all believers are "Spiritually" baptized into (placed in union) Christ by the agency of the Holy Spirit: "For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, whether slaves or free, and we were all made to drink of one Spirit." (NASB) Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |