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NASB | 1 Peter 3:21 Corresponding to that, baptism now saves you--not the removal of dirt from the flesh, but an appeal to God for a good conscience--through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Peter 3:21 Corresponding to that [rescue through the flood], baptism [which is an expression of a believer's new life in Christ] now saves you, not by removing dirt from the body, but by an appeal to God for a good (clear) conscience, [demonstrating what you believe to be yours] through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, |
Bible Question:
you say obedience runs#1.did not Jesus say if you love me you will keep my commandments John 14:15 14;21 15:10? when the apostles went out in matthew 28:19 on the great commission baptism included in this commission was this considered obedience?if not what was it? |
Bible Answer: If we have to be baptized in obedience to Jesus, then, it is necessary to understand His baptism. How old was Jesus when He was baptised? He was 30 years old when He was baptised and began His ministry(Lk.3:23). Why was He baptized? He had to meet the righteous requirements of the law for the priesthood (Num.4:3, 23, 30, 35, 39, 43 and 47).Therefore, if one has to be baptized, then, he/she must wait until the age 30 years old, if it is to be likened to Jesus' baptism. He calls you a kingdom of priests (Ex.19:6; Isa.61:6; 1Pet.1:1). Absurb! Who is He speaking to? Israel! Study and cut straight the Word of truth it will reveal that the 12 were sent to baptize Israel(Matt.28:19-20). Yet Paul was not sent to baptize Gentiles (1Cor.1:17). Why the change in administration? We have moved from law (Israel's standard)to grace (Gentile's standard)(Rom.5:20-21; 6:14; Gal.2:11-14). DLH |