Water Baptism in New Testament and History

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A Short History of Water Baptism

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Christian water baptism is a ceremony in which one who has repented of his sins and is immersed in water in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of their sins. It is an act of faith in and obedience to Jesus Christ not a “work” for salvation. Titus 3:5 The book of Acts records the Apostles baptizing on the Sabbath day which is another proof it is not considered a “work”. (Rom 6:3) Know ye not, that so many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ were baptized into his death? (Rom 6:4) Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death : that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. (Rom 6:5) For if we have been planted together in the likeness of his death , we shall be also in the likeness of his resurrection: (Rom 6:6) Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with him , that the body of sin might be destroyed , that henceforth we should not serve sin . (Rom 6:7) For he that is dead is freed from sin. Water Baptism Defined

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John’s Baptism (Acts 19:4) Then said Paul, John verily baptized with the baptism of repentance, saying unto the people, that they should believe on him which should come after him, that is, on Christ Jesus. (Acts 19:5) When they heard this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. John's baptism was for, of, or unto repentance. Apparently he used no baptismal formula, but he told the people, "I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance" (Matthew 3:11). His baptism both motivated and displayed repentance; his converts repented and confessed their sins at baptism (Matthew 3:6; Mark 1:5). No name used by John in baptizing his followers 2. John’s was a transitional baptism 3. It was superseded by NT Christian baptism Acts 19:1-5

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Jesus Himself was baptized by John. Since Christ was without sin (Hebrews 4:15), we know He was not baptized to show repentance or in anticipation of remission of sins. Instead, He was baptized to manifest Himself to Israel as Messiah, the Baptizer with the Spirit, and the Son of God (John 1:31-34); and He submitted to baptism in order "to fulfill all righteousness"(Matthew 3:15). At Jesus Christ’s baptism, the Spirit of God was manifested in several forms – In the person of Jesus, as a dove which was a sign to John and a voice from heaven. God is not 3 persons but the One Spirit of God has been manifested in many forms throughout the bible.

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John 3:3-7 ,”Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God. Nicodemus saith unto him, How can a man be born when he is old? can he enter the second time into his mother's womb, and be born? Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. That which is born of the flesh is flesh; and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye must be born again. The Natural birth The Spiritual birth 2 parts Part 1. water Part 2. spirit 2 parts Part 1. water Part 2. spirit Jesus meeting with Nicodemus

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Water Baptism - Belief AND Baptism Brings Salvation Jesus said, "He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned" (Mark 16:16). Jesus linked both belief and baptism together in the promise of salvation, showing that both are necessary. Jesus did not discuss the situation of one who "believed" but refused baptism, for that is a contradiction in terms. He knew that if someone did not believe he would not be baptized.

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Water Baptism - Part of Salvation Peter recalled that in Noah's day "eight souls were saved by water" (I Peter 3:20). He continued, "The like figure whereunto even baptism doth also now save us (not the putting away of the filth of the flesh, but the answer of a good conscience toward God,) by the resurrection of Jesus Christ" (I Peter 3:21). The same flood waters that killed the people of Noah's day actually served as the instrument of salvation for the eight in the ark, for the ark floated on the water. They were saved through the water, which symbolizes the role of baptism today. Baptism is a means of salvation for us, not because it washes dirt from our physical bodies but because it provides us with a good conscience before God. Since God washes away sins at baptism, it is a request or an appeal to Him to give us a conscience free from condemnation.

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Water Baptism - Infant Baptism Saving faith is a conscious, voluntary response to God. The Bible teaches baptism for believers that can confess and profess faith in Jesus Christ (Mark 16:16; Acts 8:37) and only after repentance (Luke 3:8; Acts 2:38). Infants can neither confess, express faith nor repent, and the Bible records no examples of infant baptism.

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Water Baptism - Is Baptism Necessary? Can one enter heaven with sin still recorded on his record of life ? No. 1 Cor 6:9 Are sins remitted or removed in Water Baptism? Yes. Acts 2:38, 22:16, Rom 6:4-6 Is Water Baptism part of our salvation? Yes. 1 Pet 3:20-21, Titus 3:5, Jn 3:5, Mk 16:16 Does it really matter? Yes God expects us to act according to His Word and Will So, is it necessary to be baptized to be saved? Yes, if you expect to make it to heaven.

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Matthew - (Mat 28:19) Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Mark - (Mark 16:15-16) And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. Luke - (Luke 24:47) And that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. The Great Commission

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Things to be done In the Name of Jesus (meaning speaking the Name of Jesus to use His Authority) Matt 18:4-5 – Receive those who humble themselves in Christ in His Name Matt 18:20 - Gather together in His name Mk 9:31 – Share with other disciples in Jesus Name Mk 16:17 – Cast out devils in His Name– example – Acts 16:18 Lk 24:44 – Teach Repentance and Baptism for remission of sins in Jesus Name Jn 5:39 – Jesus came in His Father’s Name Jn 14:14 – Ask for things in prayer in Jesus Name Jn 14:26 – The Comforter, the Holy Ghost will be sent in Jesus Name Jn 20:31 – Receive life through His Name Acts 2:38 – Baptize in Jesus Name for the remission of sins. Acts 8:12,16 10:48, 19:5, 22:16 Acts 3:6 – Get healing through the Name of Jesus Acts 9:27 – Preach boldly in Jesus Name Acts 10:43 – Receive remission of sins through His Name (being called over you in baptism) 1 Cor 6:11 – Be washed, sanctified and justified in Jesus Name Eph 5:20 – Give thanks always in all things in Jesus Name Col 3:17 – Whatsoever you do in word or in deed, do all in the Name of Jesus The Name of Jesus Christ has the power and authority to heal, forgive & cast out devils when it is spoken to invoke it’s power.

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The church in the Book of Acts carried out the Lord's command regarding baptism. In the first sermon of the church, Peter commanded everyone to be baptized in the name of Jesus (Acts 2:38): When the Samaritans believed the preaching of Philip they were baptized in the name of Jesus (Acts 8:12, 16). The Ethiopian eunuch, Saul of Tarsus, Cornelius, Lydia of Thyatira, the Philippian jailer, the Corinthians, and John's disciples at Ephesus were all baptized when they heard and believed the preaching of the gospel (Acts 8:35-38; 9:18; 10:47-48; 16:15; 16:33; 18:8; 19:5). After Cornelius and his household had received the Holy Ghost, Peter "commanded them to be baptized in the name of the Lord" (Acts 10:47-48). Ananias commanded Paul to be baptized in the name of the Lord (Acts 22:16). Paul’s question in Acts 19:3 shows it matters how one is baptized. Scriptural Occurrences of Early Christian Baptism

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Water Baptism - The Earliest Formula Early post-apostolic Christians administered water baptism by using the name of Jesus in the formula. According to Heick , "At first baptism was administered in the name of Jesus, but gradually in the name of the Triune God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit." He concluded from a passage in the writings of Justin that during the period from about A.D. 130 to 140 the trinitarian baptismal formula gradually received acceptance. The Encyclopedia of Religion and Ethics states: "The earliest form, represented in the Acts, was simple immersion… in water, the use of the name of the Lord, and the laying on of hands. To these were added, at various times and places which cannot be safely identified, (a) the trine name (Justin), (b) a moral vow , (c) trine immersion (Justin), (d) a confession of faith ( Irenaeus , or perhaps Justin), (e) unction (Tertullian), (f) sponsors (Tertullian), (g) milk and honey (Tertullian)." It further elaborates: "In connection with the name… the question of formula arises. The earliest known formula is 'in the name of the Lord Jesus,' or some similar phrase; this is found in the Acts, and was perhaps still used by Hermas , but by the time of Justin Martyr the trine formula had become general. It is possible that the older formula survived in isolated communities, but there is no decisive contemporary evidence." History says Early Church Baptized in Jesus Name

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Acts 2:42 ,” And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.”

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