Bible Verses

Acts 8:14-17

14Now when the apostles in Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent them Peter and John, 15who came down and prayed for them that they might receive the Holy Spirit. 16For He had not yet fallen upon any of them; they had simply been baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. 17Then they began laying their hands on them, and they were receiving the Holy Spirit.

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Material Using this Verse

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5 Views on the Role of Baptism
This article provides a comprehensive overview of five major views on baptism, highlighting the biblical arguments for each, such as the Sacramental/Regenerative View emphasizing baptism's link to forgiveness and new birth through key passages like Acts 2:38 and Romans 6:3-4.
5 Views on the Role of Baptism