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The Role of Baptism

The Sub-Doctrine of Salvation - Part 1

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: August, 2015
In this lesson, Mike reviews the "summary" doctrine of Salvation and how water baptism fits into the context of all 10 sub-doctrines that explain the reconciliation of God and Man.
Discussion Questions
  1. What is the relationship between belief and baptism as stated in Mark 16:16?
  2. Explain the two statements below regarding baptism as a doctrine of salvation.
    1. To distinguish Jesus' baptism from others
    2. To establish its importance
  3. If a person is responding to God's plan for his or her reconciliation, what occurs at the moment of baptism?
  4. Summarize what each of the following verses are expressing regarding baptism and salvation.
    1. Disciples – Matthew 28:18-20
    2. Obedience – Mark 16:16
    3. New Birth – John 3:5
    4. Forgiveness – Acts 2:38a
    5. Holy Spirit – Acts 2:38b
    6. Added to the Church – Acts 2:41
    7. Burial and Resurrection – Romans 6:3
    8. Adoption – Galatians 3:26
    9. Clothed with Christ – Galatians 3:27
    10. Clear Conscience – I Peter 3:20-22
  5. How can you use this lesson to grow spiritually and help others come into a relationship with Jesus?
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