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The Doctrine of Baptisms

 

Intro.

1.  Heb. 6:1-3Therefore, leaving the discussion of the elementary principles of Christ, let us go on to perfection, not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God, of the doctrine of baptisms, of laying on of hands, of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment.  And this we will do if God permits.

2.  Common view:  “It will be observed that the plural form is used here--baptisms.  There are two baptisms whose necessity is taught by the Christian religion--baptism by water, and by the Holy Ghost:  the first of which is an emblem of the second.”  (Barnes Notes, Hebrews, 126)

3.  BUTActs 8:12-17 – Water baptism was before they received H.S.!

4.  Study the Bible doctrine of baptisms.

 

I.  BIBLE BAPTISMS.

  -- “…there is one baptism…” – Eph. 4:5 Which one shall we choose?

II.  ONE BAPTISM:  WATER OR THE HOLY SPIRIT?  (Eph. 4:5)

  -- Water Baptism! – Acts 10:47-48

 

III.  HOLY SPIRIT BAPTISM vs. GREAT COMMISSION BAPTISM.

    A.  Administered:

        1.  HSBy Christ – Matt. 3:11; Mk. 1:7-8; Lk. 3:16; Jno. 1:33; Acts 2:32-33

        2.  GC:  By men – Matt. 28:18-20; Mk. 16:15-16; Acts 8:36-38

    B.  Promise or Command?

        1.  HSPromise to apostles – Jno. 16:12-14; Lk. 24:48-49; Acts 1:1-5, 8

        2.  GCCommand to all who believe – Mk. 16:15-16; Acts 2:38-39; 8:36-38

    C.  Received or Obeyed?

        1.  HS:  Promise to be received – Lk. 24:49; Acts 1:4-5, 8

        2.  GC:  Command to be obeyed – Acts 10:48; Rom. 6:17-18

    D.  Accompanied By:

        1.  HSMiraculous powers – Acts 2:1-4; 10:44-46

        2.  GCNot accompanied by miraculous signs – Acts 8:12-17

    E.  Purpose:

        1.  HSRevelation (Jno. 14:26; 16:13) & confirmation (Acts 11:15-18; 15:6-9)

        2.  GC:  For salvation – Mk. 16:15-16; Acts 2:38; 22:16; 1 Pet. 3:21

    F.  Duration:

        1.  HSCeased in first century – Eph. 4:5

        2.  GCContinues until Christ returns – Matt. 28:18-20

 

Conclusion

1.  Christ calls you to believe & be baptized to be saved – Mk. 16:16.

2.  Do not refuse Him who speaks!  (Heb. 12:25)