Baptism

Baptism table Variant Group Expression of Unity Catholic Orthodox Protestant Description (elements) Baptism is a sacrament of spiritual regeneration “if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation” 2 Cor. 5:17. It is the union with Jesus Christ. “you are all one in Christ Jesus” Galatians 3: 28. Baptism is seen as a basic doctrine of Christian theology as it was instructed by Jesus Christ the central figure of Christianity. “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” Matthew 28:19. Some churches such as the Salvation Army do not practice Baptism. They believe that inward expression is far superior than the outward expression seen through the sacraments. Furthermore, they believe that it is possible to live a holy life and receive the…

Baptism within the Roman Catholic and Baptist Churches This essay will support the hypothesis that while there are shared teachings about the ritual of baptism within Christianity, there are also significant differences amongst the denominations. The information below will explore the differences that the Roman Catholics and the Baptist church have between believer baptism and infant baptism. Firstly, baptism is a ‘life-cycle ritual’ in Christianity. Life cycle rituals are found in every…

The practice of Baptism is significant for the individual and the Christian Community because its the point of entry into the Christian Church, baptism is seen as rite of initiation in Christianity. The word Baptism comes from the Greek word ‘Baptein’ which means anointing, washing, cleansing or immersing. Baptism is considered a ‘sacrament’ because it is a visible sign of inner grace, a sign of entry into the Christian Church, cleansing from sin, and rising to new life. Baptism is the first…

Baptism is a Christian sacrament of admission and adoption, almost invariably with the use of water, into the Christian Church generally. The canonical Gospels report that Jesus was baptized—a historical event to which a high degree of certainty can be assigned. Baptism has been called a sacrament and an ordinance of Jesus Christ. In some denominations, baptism is also called christening, but for others the word "christening" is reserved for the baptism of infants. Baptism has also given its…

Baptism # 1 Today we want to take a look at the origins of what is refereed to as the Anabaptist. To do this we need to take a look at the background of Baptism (by water) in the early church and the Roman Catholic Church. http://andnowyouknowmore.blogspot.com It might be well that we take a little time about the subject of baptism. There are differing theology about this subject. For an Evangelical, baptism by immersion is a public sign that one has accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and…

Baptism has been an important part of the church for centuries. Unfortunately, baptism has also caused many arguments and controversies in the church for centuries. Since baptism is such an important part of the church, the individual believer, and the believer’s family, it seems right for there to be no arguments about it. However, different beliefs on what baptism truly signifies and different beliefs about the relationship between the Old and New Testaments have in part caused these…

The Meaning and Significance of Baptism Baptism is a very important part of the Christian faith, in the Roman Catholic Church it is the initial sacrament of initiation, the other two being Holy Communion and Confirmation. It is the start of the religious journey through Christianity. By being baptised it is showing a commitment to the Christian faith it is both a public as well as personal commitment and declaration to show your dedication to your faith. Baptism…

“Holy Baptism” Baptism is one of the most valued sacraments in the Lutheran church. Baptism offers the “stamp” of God saying to His baptized child as He did His Son, Jesus Christ: “You are my beloved Son [daughter], in whom I am well pleased (Luke 31:21-22).” God offers assurance to the individual through the institution of Baptism in the Church. This sacrament comforts parents of the young children who have died, and families who at the time of a death of a family member or loved one…

surround themselves fully, into the Church. Baptism translates to “immersion.” “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” (1 Corinthians 12:13). All baptized Catholics are joined into one Body of Christ. In other words, through Baptism, we become one community and one people under God. Catholics tend to be baptized as infants, to begin their relationship with the Church.…

Is Water Baptism Necessary for the Christians? Water baptism is the immersion of a repented person in water as an outward proof of repentance. The process of repentance starts from the mind (soul), to the body (public display) and the final stage is spiritual transformation. So, water baptism is an integral part of the public display that shows a new convert giving his life to the Lord. Today’s message gives a scriptural description of water baptism, and how important it is to the Christians.…