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On Father’s Day, we consider the first instance of laying on of hands in Scripture: the conferring of blessing upon children.
Laying On of Hands: For What Purpose? Conferring Blessing Read More »
Admittedly—this one seems like an odd fit. What is “laying on of hands” doing in this list of otherwise expected foundational topics? Our introduction to this elementary principle focuses on 3 key reasons to take this topic seriously.
Laying On of Hands: Why Study It? Read More »
We’ve traveled halfway there. Do we change course, catch up, or keep going? These are the choices as we consider multiple frameworks for understanding our continued journey through the six elementary principles discussed in Hebrews.
We conclude our series on baptisms by addressing four personal objections to baptism.
Baptism Reservations, Part 2: Personal Objections Read More »
In our next-to-last sermon on baptisms, we address uncertainties related to whether one should be baptized and its requirement for church membership.
Baptism Reservations, Part 1: Theological Objections Read More »
As we celebrate Mother’s Day and a Child Dedication Sunday, we consider questions about baptism and children—questions like When should a child be baptized? How can I explain baptism in ways a child understands? How will I know my child is ready to be baptized?
Explaining Baptism to Children Read More »
We consider why Peter appeals to the story of Noah and the flood and offer up validations for our answer to how baptism saves.
Souls Saved Through Water Read More »
We bring the study to the stage as we set the framework for interpreting a “difficult” passage like 1 Peter 3:21.
Setting the Stage: Suffering Subthemes and the Study of 1 Peter Read More »
As we look at the puzzling aspects, patterns, and purposes of Jesus’s baptism, we see this inaugurating event in His ministry as a declaration of His Sonship—and a call to be identified with Him.
Declaration of Sonship: The Baptism of Jesus Read More »
On Easter we remind ourselves of our cleansing in Christ through our sharing in His death and resurrection. This immersion into the life of Christ is pictured in baptism.
The Simple and Serious Symbols of Baptism Read More »