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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:
Dear Kin, I am intrigued by your persistence, but I'm not quite sure what you want to say. You keep referencing to the water which will wash away our sins. I think others are saying that we are saved by grace and baptism is an outward sign of that grace we have through Jesus. It has appeared to me that most of the baptisms in the Bible that I have looked into, before the Holy Spirit came forth it was always proceeded by the Word of God. Eph 2:8 says by grace we are saved through faith and Romans 10:17 says faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God. So far I'd say grace, faith and the Holy Spirit come by the Word of God which is Jesus. 1Pet 1:25 says the Word of the Lord lives forever and is the Word of the Gospel that is preached unto us and John 4:14 says that whoever drinks the water that is given by Jesus will have everlasting life. In comparison I would say that the Water is the Word which is Jesus. What do you think? I think what you are trying to say(please correct me if I am wrong) is that you feel we give way too much ritual to baptism and have somehow neglected the true meaning of what baptism is, which is eating and drinking the water of life which is the reading and absorption of the Word given through Jesus from God. Am I close? Bless you, Love Fountain |
Bible Answer: Thank you for your gentle response, This subject has got the whole forum in a tizzy! I agree with you that the water of life Jesus is referring to in John 4:10 is himself. It seems Jesus is helping the Samaritian woman to see there is something out there (Himself) that will fill up and completely satisfy the gaping hole in our hearts that sin has produced, without the need to keep coming back "for a refill" (the well) i.e worldly desires that man pursues. I am definetly trying to emphasize the lack of the true meaning of baptism. And the tradition of "outward sign" that is proclaimed without any scripture to back it up. I think that this subject has debated so much because there is a need to understand the Bible as a whole and going back and forth with one or two scriptures leaves things open to various interpitation. My doctrine is simply this: - Hear the Word and believe. Rom. 10:14-15 - Repent Acts 2:38; 3:19 - Confess Jesus as Lord of your life. Rom. 10:9 - Be baptized for the forgiveness of your sins. Acts 2:38;22:16;8:38;Rom.6:1-10;Col.2:12;Gal.3:26-27;1Peter3:20-21...I put a little emphasis on this:) - Abstain from sins and confess those you do. Col.3:5-10;Gal.5:19-21. 1John1:9;James5:16 - Carry your cross daily. Luke 14:25-27 I believe in faith and obedience in the Word. I don't believe works saves you. Jesus provided the only way, I can do nothing to earn my salvation. But I do believe one needs a better under standing of the Word to come to that faith and obedience. Simply "believing" will save you? I don't agree. "To the Jews who had believed in him Jesus said, if you hold to my teachings you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free." John 8:31-32 You see, when we put the Word of God into practice, the truth is revealed to us. It is only then we are set free. If God commands to be baptized should I think it is beyond God to save me in such a process? When I read Rom. 6:1-10 I understand what is going on and can easily accept it! I would really like to go on about this subject, but only if you want to hear it:) I have lots more to say, but it will take some time. Further more, I am a simple guy and not very elegant in my words. So you might have to bear with me! Hope to hear from you! Thanks again, Kin |