Easy To Understand Answers To Questions About God, Life, And The Bible
What is the purpose of baptism? Being baptized in the name of Jesus is an essential part of God’s plan of salvation. The Bible plainly tells us that unless we are born again of the water (baptism) and the Spirit we can not enter the kingdom of God (John 3:5). The Purpose Of Baptism Simply … Read more
What was the purpose and meaning of John’s baptism? John The Baptist: A Messenger From God John the Baptist was a messenger sent by God to prepare the way for Jesus. (Isaiah 40:3) A voice of one calling: “In the wilderness prepare the way for the LORD; make straight in the desert a highway for … Read more
The thief on the cross who was told he would be in paradise is often used as an example by those who say that baptism isn’t necessary for salvation. They argue that he was saved without being baptized, therefore we do not have to be baptized to be saved. Does the thief on the cross … Read more
There are three different views on the way baptism can or should be done. Immersion being one view, is where a person is completely submerged in water. Others believe baptism can be by (affusion) pouring or (aspersion) sprinkling water on someone. With baptism being a necessary part of salvation, it is crucial to get it … Read more
What should be said when a person is baptized? Should the one doing the baptism say in the name of Jesus, or should they say in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit? Are there examples of people being baptized in the Bible, and if so, what was said when they were baptized? … Read more
Scripture is very clear on the need of being baptized as part of God’s plan for a person to be saved. In other words, baptism is necessary for salvation. (John 3:5) Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit. Being born … Read more