Judy wrote: > The scriptures actually teach�baptism is a sign > confirming the spiritual work of grace that has > been done already in the person's heart.
Would you care to share what passage you have in mind? Scripture teaches no such thing. This doctrine is classic Protestant doctrine, a doctrine of men. You won't find the Scriptures teaching it as far as I know, but it is repeated so often that people assume that it is in the Bible. It's kind of like that phrase, "God helps those who help themselves." So many people think this is a verse in the Bible but it is not. I'm not aware of any Bible verse that says baptism is a sign confirming the spiritual work of grace that has already taken place in the person's heart. The Scriptures teach that baptism saves us. That's hard for most Protestants to swallow, but that is what the Scriptures teach. What we need to do is understand what the Bible means by this teaching, not deny that the Bible teaches it. ... even BAPTISM DOTH ALSO NOW SAVE US (not the putting away of the filth of the flesh, but the answer of a good conscience toward God,) by the resurrection of Jesus Christ: (1 Peter 3:21 KJV) Peace be with you. David Miller, Beverly Hills, Florida. ---------- "Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer every man." (Colossians 4:6) http://www.InnGlory.org If you do not want to receive posts from this list, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and you will be unsubscribed. If you have a friend who wants to join, tell him to send an e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and he will be subscribed.
