Bible baptism is referred to as a burial, immersion in water. It is not sprinkling or pouring, for that would not symbolize “being buried with Christ” (Rom 6:3-4; Col 2:12). Martin Luther, John Calvin (Presbyterian) John Wesley (Methodist), and the Catholic Dictionary all agree bible baptism was immersion, a burial in water. But why be
What is the difference between being a divisive/quarrelsome person and one who obeys God as he “contends for the faith?” (Jude 3) Some will not accept truth. Jesus, the “Prince of Peace,” said He came to divide, “not to bring peace but a sword (Mt 10:34).” He knew even members of the same family would
God saves only those who obey Him (Heb 5:8-9). All who once were sinners who become “obedient from the heart to that form of teaching” are “made free from sin and become servants of righteousness” (Rom 6:17-18). Jesus said, “Not every one that says unto me Lord, Lord, shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but
Should you be baptized again? Acts 19:1-5 tells about some men who had been converted to Christ. They had been taught and believed in Jesus Christ. But when Paul later came through Corinth where they lived, he asked about their conversion: “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed? They answered, ‘No, we have
Millions have asked this question. The answer is in Romans 16:16. Jesus said, “Upon this rock I will build my church” (Mt 16: 18). Christ built His church when 3,000 became Christians and were added to it (Acts 2:38-47). The church of Christ was built upon the foundation of Jesus (I Cor 3:11). JESUS CHRIST
Believing that Jesus was as a great person, or even that He was the son of God, is not enough to save us from our sins. Billy Graham was right when he said it takes more than this. He said “even the devil believes all these things about Jesus (James 2:19) – but that doesn’t
Christ gave His disciples duties of both evangelism and benevolence. The first priority was given by Jesus in His last words on earth: “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature” (Mk 16:15). The book of Acts records how the disciples went everywhere preaching the gospel. It was a priority then,
“Be baptized and wash away your sins” (Acts 22:16). Jesus announced in His last words on earth: “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation. Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved” (Mk 16:16). Peter concluded his sermon to the Jews on the Day of Pentecost with these words: “God
Misguided and arrogant knowledge is spoken of in I Cor 8:1-12. This was a display of haughty disciples overriding the feelings of weak and untaught Christians regarding eating meats sacrificed to idols. True knowledge, on the other hand, is absolutely required. Jesus said, “You shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free”
“By what authority are you doing these things?” The chief priests and elders asked Jesus this question (Mt 21:23-27). Jesus replied by asking them a question: “I will ask you one question … John’s baptism—where did it come from? Was it from heaven, or from men?” Since they could not answer Jesus, neither did He