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NASB | Titus 3:5 He saved us, not on the basis of deeds which we have done in righteousness, but according to His mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Titus 3:5 He saved us, not because of any works of righteousness that we have done, but because of His own compassion and mercy, by the cleansing of the new birth (spiritual transformation, regeneration) and renewing by the Holy Spirit, |
Bible Question:
Baptism without emmersion, Hi I'm new to the forums and have a question. My Father has lifelong ear problems and cannot be submerged in water. He wants to be Baptized, and has asked his minister several times about another method than completely being submerged? His minister is not agreeing on baptizing without being submerged? Any opinions on this or on the idea that one cannot go to the gates of heaven if they're not Baptized? Thank You so much, Kim |
Bible Answer: Dear Kim, Welcome to the forum! Baptism is not necessary for salvation -- it is a human work, and we are not saved by works (Titus 3:5). Baptism is the initiatory sign and seal into the covenant -- a proclamation to the world of the internal change that God has wrought. Circumcision referred to the cutting away of sin and to a change of heart (Deuteronomy 10:16; 30:6; Jeremiah 4:4; 9:25, 26; Ezekiel 44:7, 9). In the same way baptism symbolizes the washing away of sin (Acts 2:38; 1 Peter 3:21; Titus 3:5). It represents spiritual renewal (Romans 6:4; Colossians 2:11-12). The circumcision of the heart is symbolized by the circumcision of the flesh: baptism (Colossians 2:11-12). Do not be concerned for your father in respect to his baptism or lack thereof. We in the forum will be praying for both of you. In Him, Doc |
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