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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] |
Subject: Baptized before serving in choir |
Bible Note: Hello justme, I agree with your post up to the last sentence. you wrote: "I think it best to follow your churches requirements with confidence it is Biblical. ' I disagree with this as it is stated. I believe that the church in general today has been filled with corruption and false teaching in a way never before seen. My OPINION is that this can be clearly seen across denominations. The Bible clearly teaches that we are to test "everything" we hear (even from those who preach and teach it) with Scripture to see if it is true. I believe that much of where the church is missing the mark today is a direct result of lazy and uninterested believers not taking the time, energy, and effort to study and test what he/she hears and is taught by the local church. Brother, if I am wrong in my position please provide Scriptural support that teaches we as Christians should follow church requirements with confidence they are biblical. Not splitting hairs friend, just very concerned about the possible implication your statement may have on some readers. Sincerely and God bless, Jeff |