The Spiritual Significance Of Baptism | Derek Prince

Water baptism can sometimes seem like a mere physical act. But there is a real spiritual significance of baptism that is often overlooked. Bible teacher Derek Prince helps us explore this remarkable spiritual outworking of water baptism.
This is a clip from the full sermon 'Laying The Foundation - Part 5'. Full video: • The Doctrine Of Baptis...
4164, recorded in New Zealand, December 1994

[@maurleenthomas5130]

Derek Prince is the best teacher/preacher at explaining in detail and he does in so many biblical subjects and uses much scripture as he teaches/ preaches he is the best I have ever listened too in my 72 yrs and it has helped me to understand more than I ever have and live a much better christian than I ever would have without his teachings. I thank God I found him and can learn so much and I'm so grateful for the privilege. God bless those that post his wonderful teachings.

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[@conniewhite7978]

I GOT BORN AGAIN MANY TIMES BECAUSE I WAS AFRAID IT DIDNT TAKE. I GOT BAPTIZED IN WATER TWICE THE SECOND TIME I REALLY MEANT IT. THEN I GOT SPEAKING IN TONGUES IN MY SHOWER ( How Appropriate). I’ve been a TRUE CHRISTIAN for 14 years & counting till the RAPTURE OF THE BRIDE. HALLALUYAH

[@Velly4851]

This is so encouraging to hear the difference it made in your ñife. I thought I was born again 20 years ago and got baptized then. I know now that I am truly born again, but never could identify the moment. Holy Spirit only just clearly revealed to me that it occured 10 years ago. He showed me the moment. I always knew something had happened, but I didn't know I just got born again because I thought I already was. It means that I got baptized and was not born again. So I will surely correct the disorder now. Praise God for His faithfulness to His children.

[@Romans-ir8nl]

🙌🙌🙌😭😭😭🤸‍♀️🤸‍♀️🤸‍♀️🙌🙌🙌

[@jedimasterham2]

Three things to write. 1. You are only born again once, when one trusts in Jesus Christ. 2. Water baptism doesn’t save one. It’s just water. 3. Baby talk is not “tongues.” Tongues refers to discernible, translatable languages.

[@bigtobacco1098]

​@Velly4851 what language ??

[@jasonashley5386]

⁠@@jedimasterham2only none of that is in scripture.

[@Kairos2540]

Blessings!🔥🙏🔥🙏🔥🙏

[@devipriyaaugustine4387]

Never heard anything like this on the Subject of baptism. Thank you Lord Jesus. Thank you Pastor Derek Prince 🙏🙌🙏

[@jonnyasis7485]

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[@lisaproctor7276]

May God Bless you in every area of your life

[@jedimasterham2]

This man preached a false gospel of works-salvation. Water immersion is a work, and it cannot save you, and God’s word warns against those who say you must do works to be saved. You are not saved by water. You’re saved by God’s free gift of grace through faith in Jesus.

[@jonatanramirez8675]

GOD BLESS YOU ALL 🙌🙌🙌

[@jeremiahkirby6552]

For those that are enduring thinking I can't handle much more so soon we will be saying I can't believe it all went so fast. We will say I can't believe I was so worried. A vapor. Caught in a vapor soon to be blown away by the next breeze. Worried for a short moment. Endured for a short while. For he suffered for us first, and don't ever forget that you're NOT ALONE!!!! Psalm 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Psalm 27:1 The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. Hebrews 13:5 Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.

[@FaithFilled1111]

Thank you...bless you!!

[@thundershadow]

Exactly. It is God doing the work in baptism if you are baptized by faith.

[@PS-oy7sq]

This really is excellent teaching on Baptism. Praise God for the life and ministry of Derek Prince.

[@jonnyasis7485]

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[@iamcedricpowell8051]

Fire!!!! 🔥

[@gordonsweeney1187]

So wonderful to hear this best of Bible teachers share this truth and good news of how any person can have access to the Kingdom of God, be born from above, with abundant life. Thank you Derek Prince.

[@e.j.1384]

What a message and 💯 True!.. Taking the next step with better understanding!

[@DerekPrinceWithSubtitles]

That's great, Erwin. God bless you!

[@lindonhicks1337]

I thank the Lord jesus christ for you, I have enjoyed your teaching,thank you again teacher Derek prince,

[@DerekPrinceWithSubtitles]

Thank you so much. It's our vision to reach the peoples of the world in a language they can understand, with the Bible teaching of Derek Prince, using every type of media (like KZbin) and all forms of distribution, regardless of the economic means of the recipients.

[@cagchurch2023]

God Bless Your soul sir. Your TEACHINGS are Phenomenal

[@jonnyasis7485]

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[@moonwavesovercome]

Wow! Hallelujah, Glory to God!🔥 Very good teaching!❤️

[@jonnyasis7485]

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[@theflowerblogger]

Amen

[@ministryofthewayofYehoshua]

Amen!! Acts 2:38

[@yamuna.k8454]

Glory to God

[@cyberla]

Amen, and amen 🙏

[@421sap]

In King Lord Master Friend and my Father Jesus`, Name, Amen.

[@lynnaridgeway2104]

Yes. It's a serious consideration.

[@esther777]

thanks

[@DerekPrinceWithSubtitles]

Graag gedaan, Esther! :)

[@glenarledge1825]

So many scriptures that never mention baptism along with being saved by grace through faith.

[@bobthrasher8226]

We are baptized because we have faith. It's just what you do once you have faith.

[@jedimasterham2]

@@bobthrasher8226Not everyone. There’s no scripture demonstrating the thief on the cross, Cornelius, the Jailer, not Paul were water immersed.

[@jasonashley5386]

@@jedimasterham2 Jesus said to be baptized. Is that not enough for you?

[@jedimasterham2]

@@jasonashley5386 Yes, and when we believe, we are baptized in the Holy Spirit because we are born again in the spiritual body of Jesus.

[@jasonashley5386]

@@jedimasterham2 receiving the Holy Ghost is a different baptism. It happens separately from belief and separate from repentance. That’s biblical. Read the book of acts. People who were believers and had been baptized afterwards received the Holy Ghost. It’s a separate baptism and if you’ve never received it you’re really missing out. Derrick Prince teaches on this too. If you don’t believe just remember that what I’m saying is in the bible and what you’re saying isn’t at all. Look into it and ask God to show you.

[@e.j.1384]

Wow!!!

[@jonnyasis7485]

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[@yelahm4084]

Some ppl don't get a chance to do a "water" baptism tho, and what about those who are disabled, even severely disabled, how can they get water baptised?

[@stockyphilb7663]

Believe in and accept the blood of Jesus Christ through faith. That's the only "requirement" for salvation. Baptism is a gift that not all of us get, so don't sweat it unless you feel it's important. Read His word and make sure you know what He wants for you.

[@jedimasterham2]

Water does not save, and water immersion is not baptism of the Holly Spirit, which does save us. Water immersion is a work, and works do not save. If anyone ever tells you that water baptism is necessary for salvation, they are a deceiver, and what they’re saying is antithetical to Jesus Christ and scripture.

[@davidflynn9039]

Jesus said let the dead bury the dead

[@jillphilips3788]

Please It Is Written In All Our Hearts Soul Mind As Well As Spirit. Too Many Toxins In All Our Waters Foods And agriculture and Sciences. Love Truth Justice Honor Our Almighty Lord Savior Christ Father And Holy Spirit Each New Day Never The Less. All The Facts First And All The New Facts Too For His Truths Discernment’s And Good Common Sense Each New Day Never The Less. ❤️❤️❤️🕊🙏🏻

[@oceanroad1584]

this is the truth of spiritual baptism.derek prince preaches it so does g.w. north,they are people on you tube leading people down the wrong road.

[@bobthrasher8226]

You don't hear this truth taught - extremely rare indeed! If you read the passages Derek cited and take them literally you will agree with everything he said. Water baptism really does do "something." Actually many things - if you believe what scripture says.

[@jedimasterham2]

He taught works-salvation, which is antithetical to the Bible and Jesus Christ. The man really preached a false gospel in which your works merit your salvation. It’s 100% antichristian.

[@mercedesvan-doors34]

I never heard it put like that before the blood saves you from sin but the water separates you.

[@bobthrasher8226]

I agree the water separates you from your past but I think the blood is for washing the guilt of your past sins. I think the Israelites departure from Egypt the next day after Passover symbolizes repentance for the believer - you have to depart from your sins before baptism. The Israelites departed from Egypt and encountered the obstacle of water and they needed a supernatural intervention from God to be truly free - which is what baptism does. We have to do our part in repentance by doing the initial "departing" but we also need supernatural intervention to keep our commitment because as slaves of sin, we need deliverance from slavery.

[@jedimasterham2]

With respect, the man taught a false gospel of works to be saved. Water immersion is a work, and we are not saved by works.

[@RyanMichaelMcCrossan1422]

I'm looking to be baptized in Melbourne Australia, can anyone recommend a Church?

[@Mamour2024]

Mark Hemans ministry

[@deandrearmour5530]

ACIF OF AUSTRALIA...Please look up Church and they will baptize you according to Scriptures in the Powerful Name of Jesus Christ

[@RyanMichaelMcCrossan1422]

@@deandrearmour5530 Yes, will do. Praying this is the one that can finally assist me. God Bless You Always 🙏

[@RyanMichaelMcCrossan1422]

@@deandrearmour5530 Is this an actual ministry?

[@RyanMichaelMcCrossan1422]

@@Mamour2024 Thank you. Does he engage in Spiritual warfare?

[@garou-kun9934]

is this old video?

[@adnanT1985]

Roman 6:3 Colossian 2:11 Galatian 3:27 1peter 3:23 1coranthians 10:1-2 Hebrews 11:29

[@jasonbourne5142]

The water doesn't do it, the blood does. Water baptism is just a symbolic meaning of what the blood literally did.

[@JP-gd5ni]

The blood is the atonement. We’re saved through the blood. But Jesus did more than that- He allowed us to live right by putting the old man to death through baptism. Read Romans 6, then read it again. I read it every day. This is why Jesus is called the Second Adam. We become a new creature, but we have to die to do it. Baptism is no mere symbol- and the Bible says no such thing. Those are doctrines of man taught as canon, but you will find it nowhere in scripture. However, the Bible plainly states that we access the death and resurrection for the purpose of living right by baptism. So again, the blood is for redemption, the baptism is for holy living. Blessings, my brother.

[@melissaB110]

@@JP-gd5niamen! Water baptism is how the blood is applied to us. 🙌🏼♥️

[@bobthrasher8226]

Where does scripture say water baptism is symbolic?

[@jasonbourne5142]

@@bobthrasher8226 where does scripture say baptism in water saves ?

[@melissaB110]

@@jasonbourne5142 it’s not the “water” that saves us, but it’s Gods way for us to die and rise with Christ. It’s how God applies the blood to us if we get baptized into Christ through FAITH, but these scriptures came to mind.. “There is also an antitype which now saves us-baptism (not the removal of the filth of the flesh, but the answer of a good conscience toward God), through the resurrection of Jesus Christ,” ‭‭I Peter‬ ‭3‬:‭21‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ “In Him you were also circumcised with the circumcision made without hands, by putting off the body of the sins of the flesh, by the circumcision of Christ, buried with Him in baptism, in which you also were raised with Him through faith in the working of God, who raised Him from the dead.” ‭‭Colossians‬ ‭2‬:‭11‬-‭12‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ “And He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature. He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned.” ‭‭Mark‬ ‭16‬:‭15‬-‭16‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ God bless you!❤

[@kennyjones2508]

Please watch the video Baptism the whole truth

[@jonnyasis7485]

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[@bobthrasher8226]

I agree the water of baptism separates you from your past but I think the blood is for washing the guilt of your past sins. I think the Israelites departure from Egypt the next day after Passover symbolizes repentance for the believer - you have to depart from your sins before baptism. The Israelites departed from Egypt and encountered the obstacle of water and they needed a supernatural intervention from God to be truly free of their past - which is what baptism does. We have to do our part in repentance by doing the initial "departing" but we also need supernatural intervention to keep our commitment because, as slaves of sin, we need deliverance from slavery.

[@jedimasterham2]

This man preached a false gospel of works-salvation. Water immersion is a work, and it cannot save you, and God’s word warns against those who say you must do works to be saved. You are not saved by water. You’re saved by God’s free gift of grace through faith in Jesus.

[@brideofyeshuahamaschiach4ever]

Can a fellow born again believer baptize another believer?

[@YAWEHPrincess_]

If the believer is truly living a Consecrated life to Jesus, absolutely yes ❤

[@jedimasterham2]

Water immersion does not save a person. We are saved by God’s free gift of grace through faith in Jesus. The moment we trust in Jesus as savior, we are saved. Water does not save.

[@brideofyeshuahamaschiach4ever]

@@jedimasterham2 hello yes I know baptism does not save you that is not what I asked but thank you anyway

[@jedimasterham2]

@@brideofyeshuahamaschiach4ever It's important, because there's tons of people who think you have to be water immersed to be saved. And yes, a believer can water baptize another.

[@SpotterVideo]

Old Covenant Baptism vs. New Covenant Baptism (water vs. Spirit) Water baptism was a part of the Old Covenant system of ritual washing. The Old Covenant priests had to wash before beginning their service in the temple. (Ex. 30:17-30) When Christ was water baptized by His cousin John in the Jordan River, He was under the Old Covenant system. He also only ate certain foods, and wore certain clothes, as prescribed by the 613 Old Covenant laws. Christ was water baptized by John and then the Holy Spirit came from heaven. (Acts 10:38) The order is reversed in the New Covenant. A person receives the Holy Spirit upon conversion, and then believers often declare their conversion to their friends and family through a water baptism ceremony. Which baptism makes you a member of Christ’s Church? The New Covenant conversion process is described below. (Born-again) Eph 1:12 That we should be to the praise of his glory, who first trusted in Christ. Eph 1:13 In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise, (A person must “hear” the Gospel, and “believe” the Gospel, and will then be “sealed” with the Holy Spirit.) Joh 14:26 But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you. (See Jer. 31:34 for the New Covenant promise, and 1 John 2:27 for the fulfillment) ============ Which baptism is a part of the salvation process, based on what the Bible says? What did Peter say below? Acts 11:15 And as I began to speak, the Holy Ghost fell on them, as on us at the beginning. Acts 11:16 Then remembered I the word of the Lord, how that he said, John indeed baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost. Based on Luke 3:16, and John 1:33, and Acts 11:15-16, the most important thing about the word "baptize" in the New Testament has nothing to do with water. The Holy Spirit is the master teacher promised to New Covenant believers in Jeremiah 31:34, and John 14:26, and is found fulfilled in Ephesians 1:13, and 1 John 2:27. Unfortunately, many modern Christians see water/ every time they read the word "baptize" in the text. Based on the above, what is the one baptism of our faith found in the passage below? How many times is the word "Spirit" found in the passage, and how many times is the word "water" found in the passage? Eph 4:1 I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, Eph 4:2 With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; Eph 4:3 Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Eph 4:4 There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; Eph 4:5 One Lord, one faith, one baptism, (See 1 Cor. 12:13) “baptize” KJV Mat_3:11 I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: Mar_1:8 I indeed have baptized you with water: but he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost. Mar 16:16 He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. (Water or Holy Spirit?, See Eph. 1-13.) Luk_3:16 John answered, saying unto them all, I indeed baptize you with water; but one mightier than I cometh, the latchet of whose shoes I am not worthy to unloose: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost and with fire: Joh_1:26 John answered them, saying, I baptize with water: but there standeth one among you, whom ye know not; Joh_1:33 And I knew him not: but he that sent me to baptize with water, the same said unto me, Upon whom thou shalt see the Spirit descending, and remaining on him, the same is he which baptizeth with the Holy Ghost. 1Co_1:17 For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. 1Co 12:13 For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether we be Jews or Gentiles, whether we be bond or free; and have been all made to drink into one Spirit. (See Eph. 4:1-5) Heb 9:10 Which stood only in meats and drinks, and divers washings, and carnal ordinances, imposed on them until the time of reformation. (Old Covenant ----> New Covenant) How many people have been saved by the Old Covenant water baptism of John the Baptist? Who did John the Baptist say is the greatest Baptist that ever lived in Luke 3:16? What kind of New Covenant baptism comes from Christ? Hebrews 9:10 Old Covenant vs. New Covenant (ESV) but deal only with food and drink and various washings, regulations for the body imposed until the time of reformation. (Geneva) Which only stood in meates and drinkes, and diuers washings, and carnal rites, which were inioyned, vntill the time of reformation. (GW) These gifts and sacrifices were meant to be food, drink, and items used in various purification ceremonies. These ceremonies were required for the body until God would establish a new way of doing things. (KJV) Which stood only in meats and drinks, and divers washings, and carnal ordinances, imposed on them until the time of reformation. (KJV+) Which stood onlyG3440 inG1909 meatsG1033 andG2532 drinks,G4188 andG2532 diversG1313 washings,G909 andG2532 carnalG4561 ordinances,G1345 imposedG1945 on them untilG3360 the timeG2540 of reformation.G1357 (NKJV) concerned only with foods and drinks, various washings, and fleshly ordinances imposed until the time of reformation. (NLT) For that old system deals only with food and drink and various cleansing ceremonies-physical regulations that were in effect only until a better system could be established. (YLT) only in victuals, and drinks, and different baptisms, and fleshly ordinances-till the time of reformation imposed upon them .

[@F2Bshaz]

Exactly 💯 for me water baptisim is a physical representation but not a requirement. I have been water baptised and it was made very clear to me that it was not for my salvation because I was already Born Again but that it was a confirmation of my belief, symbolising the death, burial and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It was also a requirement to be baptised in order to join the church. I did it it with a glad heart, filled with love, awe, humbleness, and utter belief in Jesus.

[@briantaylor1813]

Acts 10 44-48

[@SpotterVideo]

@@briantaylor1813 Act 11:15 And as I began to speak, the Holy Ghost fell on them, as on us at the beginning. Act 11:16 Then remembered I the word of the Lord, how that he said, John indeed baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost.

[@briantaylor1813]

@@SpotterVideo Acts 8 15-17 , Acts 8 34-39 Acts 10 44-48 - Verse 47 👈 1 Corinthians 10 verse 1 and 2 Baptism of the cloud and WATER

[@SpotterVideo]

@@briantaylor1813 You quoted Paul in 1 Corinthians, but what did Paul say in chapter 1, and chapter 12? 1Co 1:17 For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. 1Co 12:13 For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether we be Jews or Gentiles, whether we be bond or free; and have been all made to drink into one Spirit.

[@amandasomarriba5639]

4:08. Baptism is the putting off it’s the burial of the sinful nature?

[@DerekPrinceWithSubtitles]

Baptism is burying this old sinful nature and rising up with Christ as a new creation.

[@artmiller2341]

Many religions and doctrines believe that in reference to baptism, Jesus is referring to water baptism. This explanation is not satisfactory because if Jesus is referring to the Christian baptism, how was Nicodemus supposed to understand this concept? In John 3, baptism is nowhere mentioned. In fact, nowhere in the Bible are we told to do anything or work for salvation. Ephesians 2:8-9 says, For by grace you have been saved through faith. And no this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. In John 4:2, we are told that Jesus did not baptise people. Water baptism is an outward sign of being given the gift of salvation and not a requirement for salvation. In Luke 23:40-43, one of the criminals crucified next to Jesus says, Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom. Jesus replied, Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise. There was no requirement for baptism here. Born of water refers to the natural birth. Amniotic water which we floated in and when our mother's water broke, we were born into this world. This is the natural birth. We must have a physical birth first, just like everyone else, and the second must be a spiritual birth, which is a work of God and that's being born again.The problem with the interpretation of religion and doctrines is that there are no references to such a thought in the Old and New Testaments. Especially with Jesus’ teaching to Nicodemus. Since Nicodemus was a teacher of the Law, there has to be something from scripture to reveal this truth from scripture. In fact, Nicodemus was confused by this statement from Jesus and asked in John 3:9, How can these things be? Jesus responds in John 3:10, saying, Are you the teacher of Israel and yet you do not understand these things? We must be born spiritually in the heart just as we are born physically. Corinthians 5:17 says, Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. As a baby does not contribute to the birth process, it's the same with the spiritual birth since it is a complete work of God according to Ephesians 2:8-9

[@JWO0169]

Art. Ive been listening to many different sources on baptism. The very fact that the church cannot agree as to what baptism signifies or accomplishes, or who should be baptized, or how-and the disagreements are many and deep-is evidence that there is something wrong with the observance of this rite by members of the body of Christ. Assuming, only for the sake of the argument, that water baptism is included in God's program for our day, it cannot be denied that the church, after 1900 years, still does not know what Scriptural baptism is. The confusion as to the subject is appalling.

[@briantaylor1813]

Acts 10 44-48

[@jedimasterham2]

@@JWO0169The only baptism necessary to be saved is baptism of the Holy Spirit, and this occurs when we trust in Jesus.

[@JWO0169]

@@jedimasterham2 the just shall live by faith.

[@jedimasterham2]

@@JWO0169 And what do you think Romans 1:17 means regarding the "just shall live by faith"? You wrote the verse, but not what you think it means. Further, please read Romans 1:16-23 16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. 17 For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, “The just shall live by faith.” 18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, 19 because what may be known of God is manifest in them, for God has shown it to them. 20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, 21 because, although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God, nor were thankful, but became futile in their thoughts, and their foolish hearts were darkened. 22 Professing to be wise, they became fools, 23 and changed the glory of the incorruptible God into an image made like corruptible man-and birds and four-footed animals and creeping things.

[@kd8887]

I don't get it, why start off in the spirit and finish off in the flesh? Isnt the true baptism the baptism by spirit and fire? Water baptism is the baptism of repentance. It's your faith and your confession and the spirit of God not the actual water that does any work on you

[@jonnyasis7485]

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[@jamesokwara1443]

KD, agreed that the water itself does not effect anything. The going in and out of water I believe is more of an illustration of what is happening in you at your baptism- which is your death to the old self and rise to a new life. God commanded us to make our confession/pledge this way. I'm not sure why He chose this way but He did and we can trust that His plan is best

[@kd8887]

@@jamesokwara1443 so you're telling me of I was in a desert with no source of water I wouldn't be able to make a confession? It's not required that you need someone there to hear it, and it's not required that you need someone there to dip you, it's not required that you need physical water. I assure you Gods grace and good news means that you can be any where in the world and be able to receive the life of Christ because God looks at your heart and your confession to Him alone.

[@jamesokwara1443]

@@kd8887 If you were in a desert with no water of course you can make a confession. However if you were to get to some water the Biblical pattern shows that it would be the normal thing to get baptized. Consider the ethiopian eunuch story in Acts. You do need someone to dip you, as far as the Bible goes. In Matthew Jesus says go and make disciples and baptize them, not tell them to baptize themselves. At the end of the day, God has laid out in scripture how we are to do things and as followers we are to obey and honor that, not make our own methods or assumptions. That said, God is a merciful God not bound by means and He can accomplish what He wants whenever, however. But if you're able to follow His instructions and you love Him, why wouldn't you?

[@briantaylor1813]

Acts 10 44-48

[@davidortega357]

Then Peter said unto them repent and be baptized everyone of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sin and you shall receive the gift of the holy ghost with the evidence of speaking in tongues obey Acts 2 38

[@jedimasterham2]

Baptism of the Holy Spirit is not water immersion.

[@angloaust1575]

Debatable subject Water baptism can be over Spiritualised expecting the Holy Spirit to descend upon The person The Spirit will only sanctify Those who Christ died for (The elect)

[@jedimasterham2]

This man preached a false gospel of works-salvation. Water immersion is a work, and it cannot save you, and God’s word warns against those who say you must do works to be saved. You are not saved by water. You’re saved by God’s free gift of grace through faith in Jesus.

[@alfredoaguilera3114]

I Alfredo Aguilera Corona deny Jesus of Nazareth as my Lord and Savior.

[@lolubusi2022]

Amen

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In King Lord Master Friend and my Father Jesus`, Name, Amen.