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8. Water Baptism -- Sprinkle or Immerse?
The
Bible Says , "Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the
name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins. . ." (Acts
2:38). There is therefore no question as to whether or not you
should be baptized. The questions are how, when, and by whom?
It
would also seem clear from scripture that those who were
baptized, were fully immersed in water. Here's one reason why:
"And
John was also baptizing in Aenon near to Salim, because there
was much water there..." (John 3:23).
If
John was merely sprinkling believers, he would have only needed
a cup full of water.
The
Philippian jailer and his family were baptized at midnight, as
soon as they believed. So what are
you waiting for?
Who
should baptize you? It is clear from Scripture that other
believers had the privilege, but check with your pastor, he may
want the honor himself.
The
next section is:
Tithing, the Last Frontier
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