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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: Baptism in the Holy Spirit? |
Bible Note: Thanks for the response. Let me start with the three passages first mentioned: 1 Cor 12:13, baptism might refer to Holy Spirit baptism, it might also refer to water baptism [the one that is commanded of all disciples]. The Holy Spirit is necessarily active in the washing and water [without the regeneration power of the Holy Spirit, you just get wet], but water Baptism is the place it occurs. John and Titus speak of water and washing. John 3's context shows that the "water" is connected to the disciples being baptized [where there was much water]; and this sparked a controversy over purification (Jn 3:22,23,25). On your second question about my statement that faith meets grace at baptism. A couple of passages shows this: Galatians 3:26,27 "for you are all sons of God through faith in Christ, for all of ye who were baptized into Christ, have clothed yourselves with Christ." Colossians 2:12 'having been buried [co-buried]with Him IN THE BAPTISM, in which ye were also raised [co-raised] with Him THROUGH THE FAITH in the working of God, who raised Him from the dead.' HENCE: BEING CO-RAISED [AND IF YOU'VE BEEN RAISED, COL.3:1] OCCURS AT THE SAME TIME ONE IS RISING FROM THE WATER, AND THROUGH FAITH IN THE POWER OF GOD TO RAISE THE DEAD. These passages show the purpose of Baptism. It is where the sinner demonstrates His faith in the promises of God, it is also where God through the Holy Spirit regenerates the Soul. Water baptism does not become a work of merit, but it marks the day at which the person was saved by the grace of God. That's my take on it. I understand if you don't want to rehash your position once again. Have a good day. |