EPISODE411 - PRAYER777's Community Call WATER BAPTISM

MODULE: A. What is Water Baptism? Baptize (Gr. baptizo), means to dip, immerse. In water baptism the Believer is completely submerged in water. B. Who May Be Baptized? Any person who will repent, turn to Christ, and believe the Gospel may be baptized (Ac.8:12). Babies are innocent and need no covering until the age of accountability (Ro.7:9-11). According to some theologians, The Book of Romans supports the teaching of an "age of accountability." That is why some denominations practice the ordinance/sacrament of confirmation. In Romans7:7-12, Paul describes the stage of innocence until people reach an "age of accountability." They are "alive" (v.9), without guilt and spiritual accountability, until they volitionally sin against God's Law written externally or in their hearts (Ro.2:14-15; 7:7, 9, 11). C. Is Water Baptism Optional? Water baptism is not just an outward sign. Jesus commanded it. Jesus Himself was baptized. Peter commanded it. Baptism does not save us but identifies us with Christ (Mk.16:15-16; Mt.3:13-17). The people who believe in Christ and the Gospel are to be baptized with water. This represents their covenant pledge to renounce immorality, the world and their own sinful nature, and to unreservedly commit themselves to Christ and His kingdom purposes. Jesus is an example to us (Ac.2:38). MAIN LINE Dial: (530) 881-1300 Access Code: 609238# http://tesolministry.com/elearning/ http://tesolministry.com/ http://www.blogtalkradio.com/prayerwarrior777/ LISTEN HERE: http://www.talkshoe.com/tc/120423