Infant baptism for me. Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
2007-01-19 10:26:02 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Even babies are accountable for sin.
Psalm 51:5
Behold, I was shapen in iniquity; and in sin did my mother conceive me.
2007-01-19 10:33:21 · update #1
I was raised Methodist, was baptized at age 21 in an American Baptist church and now I'm a Lutheran pastor (ELCA).
2007-01-19 10:30:04 · answer #1 · answered by angel_light 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
The apostle Paul warned, however, that eventually there would come a time “when people will not tolerate sound doctrine.” (2Â Timothy 4:3, The New American Bible) After the apostles died and were no longer able to ‘act as a restraint,’ unscriptural practices began to creep into Christian worship. (2Â Thessalonians 2:6) Among them was infant baptism. But infant baptism did not become the rule until the fifth century. At that time a fierce debate took place that forever changed Christendom.
First of all, there must be the making of disciples, a teaching program. Men must learn about Jehovah God, the Father of Jesus Christ, gaining basic knowledge of his commandments, laws and principles. Beginning of God’s worship must occur, with appreciation of his position as the Supreme One. Knowledge of God and faith precede Christian dedication and baptism. Hence, it becomes understandable that no one is born a Christian, and, therefore, infant sprinkling or baptism is not Christian baptism. One must become informed before baptism and make a choice of his course in life, which is obviously impossible for a newborn infant.
2007-01-19 10:37:26 · answer #2 · answered by Just So 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was baptized as an infant in a Lutheran Church, and then confirmed at age 15. Hoewever, I got baptized again as an adult because that is the decision no one can do for me. I belong to a non-denominational Christian church.
2007-01-19 10:30:43 · answer #3 · answered by SeeTheLight 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Infant. Romainian Orthodox in Chicago, then raised Lutheran in Chicago.
2007-01-19 10:44:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I experienced the Believer's Baptism after I was saved. According to God's Word the baptism symbolizes the death, burial and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. The baptism doesn't save one. It is a testimony for Christ. I am not cutting anyone down for their beliefs-I respect what you believe.
2007-01-19 10:36:50 · answer #5 · answered by cswint2000 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Circumcised.
Saved at 7.
Baptized at 17 via the Christian Missionary Alliance.
However, I am nondenominational. I read the Bible and go to churches that follow the Bible. My denomination is Christian.
2007-01-19 10:35:25 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, infant baptism is not in the bible. One has to be accountable , able to accept Christ and understand what sin is.
For me. age 16, church of Christ, we are non denominational
2007-01-19 10:31:17 · answer #7 · answered by K 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Yes Holly I was, And the Holy spirt is in me for sure. I'm a non-denominational Evangelical.
2007-01-19 13:16:35 · answer #8 · answered by iamME 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was baptized at 20.
2007-01-19 10:30:01 · answer #9 · answered by Aspurtaime Dog Sneeze 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Infant baptism, Byzantine Catholic rite.
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2007-01-19 10:29:30 · answer #10 · answered by vinslave 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋