Here goes the one thats probably going to stir up a hornets nest, but before anyone gets bent out of shape, remember that denominations for the most part are just particulars, and we are, or should be brothers and sisters in Christ and should be able to discuss this in love, CALMLY.
I believe that we should be baptized. Personally, I was full body immersed, because I feel it is apropriate. PERSONALLY, I have NO issue if someone wants to be "sprinkled", as the act of baptism in itself has no "power" and is meant to be an outward visible proclamation of ones faith. Jesus, in Luke 23:43 tells the thief next to Him, "today you will be with Me in paradise". He had never been baptized. I know the great commission in Matthew, my question is this, do you HAVE to be baptized to go to heaven? My view is that acceptance of Christ is the only "have to" everything else is extra.
Wasn't Christs blood enough without needing add ons?
REMEMBER WE ARE FAMILY!
In love, Eric :)
2007-06-30
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