When Luke and I first started dating, there were several doctrinal differences we needed to address.
Early on, a book by Charles Capps sparked a memorable argument. Also, Luke's background in the pentecostal church demanded a frank discussion about the Word-Faith movement.
But, it was my church which placed a heavy emphasis on baptism. For all my conservative upbringing, I've discovered those (like me) who "dunk" new converts actually represent the radical side of this particular Church controversy...
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What does the Bible say about baptism? This author calls it the elephant in the room; but he goes on to discuss his views in a refreshingly simple way. I agree with him all around.
I like this line, because I think all of us can agree to start here: "Sometimes what we think makes sense needs to be less important to us
than what scripture says - even if we think our way is better."
So, what do you make of all the scriptures referring to baptism, dear reader?
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