People often disagree (and sometimes argue) about the affect of water baptism in a person's life. One side believes baptism happens only after "regeneration" takes place. Others, obviously, would disagree. In my tradition, baptism is seen as part of the salvation process - so much so that often times Restoration churches are accused of water regeneration.
The label water regenerationist makes me squirm. In other words, I don't believe there's anything in the water that is magical that will save an individual. However, making Jesus Lord/master of one's life includes adhering to his examples and commands. It's for this reason, I believe water baptism to be important. One other thing about water baptism: Is it strictly for an individual or is there some impact on the community?
If a person is convicted of his/her need for Christ as savior, doesn't it make sense that the person be obedient to what Scripture teaches?
Thoughts about these questions? Or any questions yourself?
living in the breakthrough
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