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Explore the biblical teachings on baptism to understand its importance - from following the Lord's commands to being forgiven of sins and entering into Christ. Discover how baptism is linked to salvation and becoming part of the church.
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I. To Obey the Lord’s Commands (I John 5:3; John 15:14, 10). A. Jesus Commanded Baptism(Matthew 28:16-20). B. The Apostles Commanded Baptism(Acts 10:1-6; 30-33; 44-48). Why Be Baptized?
II. To Be Forgiven of Sins. A. Peter’s Sermon on Pentecost(Acts 2:36-39). B. Paul’s Account of His Conversion(Acts 22:6-16). Why Be Baptized?
III. To Get Into Christ (II Cor 5:17; Ephesians 1:13; Romans 8:1). A. One is Baptized into Christ’s Death(Romans 6:3-6). B. One Baptized Into Christ Puts On Christ(Galatians 3:26). Why Be Baptized?
IV. To Be Born of the Water & the Spirit. A. Jesus’ Teaching to Nicodemus(John 3:1-5). B. Paul’s Reference to Rebirth(Titus 3:4-7). Why Be Baptized?
V. To Be Saved (Ephesians 2:8,9; Hebrews 9:22). A. Jesus Connected Baptism & Salvation(Mark 16:15,16). B. The Apostles Connected Baptism & Salvation(I Peter 3:18-21). Why Be Baptized?
VI. So the Lord Will Add One To The Church (Eph 1:22,23; I Cor 1:2; Col 1:13; Rev 1:9; I Cor 15:24). A. Jews on Pentecost(Acts 2:40-41,47). B. The Colossians(Col 1:13-14; 2:11-13). Why Be Baptized?