As we note from the modern day religious culture, water baptism is not performed in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ (as was every person in the new testament after the cross). To those who accept the Word of God, as it is written, this is an issue, because water baptism is symbolic of putting on the garment of righteousness -- or as some might say, right standing with Jesus. An answer of a good conscience toward the Lord. (I Peter 3:21)
"For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that He might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh, but quickened by the Spirit: by which also He went and preached unto the spirits in prison; which sometime were disobedient, when once the long suffering of God waited in the days of Noah, while the ark was a preparing, wherein few, that is, eight souls were saved by water. The like figure where unto even baptism doth also now save us (not the putting away of the filth of the flesh, but the answer of a good conscience toward God) by the resurrection of Jesus Christ ..." (I Peter 3:18-21)
And as we know, the Lord Jesus continues this same long suffering for people to respond to His invitation of love in these last days.
Sadly, however, man-made religion spins a different narrative than the water baptism presented in the scriptures, and as a consequence, those who are water baptized in the titles - Father, Son, Holy Spirit, and not in the Name of Jesus just get wet. Moreover, if one tells a lie often enough, the lie becomes perfected. In this context then, it is possible (and even probable) that someone will believe that lie as if it were the truth.
Certainly, if we relate this simple analogy to commercially produced products in stores - those feature items termed as "No Name" brands - we can see how marketing strategies can imply that these products are the same as a name brand. In this case, so many products have appeared under the No Name brand name that in actuality, the No Name brand has become the featured name. So it is also with religions that misrepresent scripture. Their own presentation or version of the scripture becomes almost as if it is in complete accord with the written Word of God.
Note the word "almost". Unfortunately, the fearful thing about this perspective is that they nearly got away with their deceitful presentation. But alas, their veil was rent in twain from the top to the bottom, by the Word of God. For those who still present views that are contrary to the Scriptures, well, unfortunately, they remain entangled in their web of deceit! Only God can open their eyes to the gospel truth.
Still, there are three that bear witness on earth -- the Blood, the Water, and the Spirit. The scriptures are clear on this point for those that search the scriptures for the truth. For further understanding, the following scriptural references may be useful.
1. The Blood .. For God has declared that without the shedding of blood (speaking of Jesus' death on the cross) there is no remission of sin. Further, He said, "This is My blood shed for many for the remission of sin." The first message preached in Acts chapter 2 initially outlined the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus. Upon preaching Jesus - mankind’s only Redeemer - to the multitudes, conviction took hold of the collective and individual consciences of the audience. With their madness condemned, the audience never had any recourse but to become free from their guilt. So, in desperation they cried to the speakers addressing them saying, "Men and brethren, what must we do?" The response is recorded in Acts 2:38.
The speakers' solution to the troubled consciences did not precede the preaching of the sacrificial crucifixion of Jesus. This is because, as previously stated, that without the shedding of blood there cannot be any remission of sin. Not just any blood, but the blood that was in Jesus' veins -- the blood of the Holy Ghost (holy sinless blood of the only innocent man on this planet earth, with the capability to cancel all of man’s sins and transgressions and subsequently transfer man’s guilt onto Himself). He who knew no sin became sin for you and I. What a loving God and wonderful Saviour!
The apostles, filled with the holy Spirit of Jesus, told the followers what they ought to do to receive the remission of sin purchased of God for their salvation. On that day, as recorded, 3000 persons were baptized into the Name of Jesus and thus eligible to receive the promised free gift of the presence of God’s holy Spirit. We note, that this same Holy Ghost through the apostles said that the people were to be baptized into the name of Jesus. (Acts 1:2-3; Acts 2;36-47) Likewise, earlier in the scriptures, the angel had said that His name should be called Jesus -- for He Jesus shall save His people from their sin. (Matthew 1:21-23)
As such, this is not a NO NAME brand of salvation. The gospel message is specific. For those readers who are still troubled with Matthew chapter 28:19, note that the text that we have is not the original. It was changed from Jesus' name to the titles -- Father, Son, and Spirit. And because an accurate presentation of Matthew 28:19 has not been rendered, the "titles" have become a No Name brand as far as the scriptures are concerned.
Therefore, if Matthew 28:19 is the presentation made in your religious organization, then your preacher is a stranger to the truth. Indeed, whole organizations have been built upon erroneous teaching concerning water baptism but this does not make their teaching accurate. In fact, the ONLY Name whereby you can be saved is by baptism into the Name is Jesus!
"Know ye not that so many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ were baptized into His death? Therefore, we are buried with Him by baptism into death; that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life." (Romans 6:3-4)
The scriptures say that we are sanctified by the Word -- Thy Word is truth. Therefore, let's follow the Bible lead. After all, what is written is most certainly the Word of God. And, as a consequence, you to will receive the gift of the Holy Ghost -- the Seed of the Holy Spirit dwelling within you. Study to show thyself approved unto God. Stand in the offering plate.
Sadly, however, man-made religion spins a different narrative than the water baptism presented in the scriptures, and as a consequence, those who are water baptized in the titles - Father, Son, Holy Spirit, and not in the Name of Jesus just get wet. Moreover, if one tells a lie often enough, the lie becomes perfected. In this context then, it is possible (and even probable) that someone will believe that lie as if it were the truth.
Certainly, if we relate this simple analogy to commercially produced products in stores - those feature items termed as "No Name" brands - we can see how marketing strategies can imply that these products are the same as a name brand. In this case, so many products have appeared under the No Name brand name that in actuality, the No Name brand has become the featured name. So it is also with religions that misrepresent scripture. Their own presentation or version of the scripture becomes almost as if it is in complete accord with the written Word of God.
Note the word "almost". Unfortunately, the fearful thing about this perspective is that they nearly got away with their deceitful presentation. But alas, their veil was rent in twain from the top to the bottom, by the Word of God. For those who still present views that are contrary to the Scriptures, well, unfortunately, they remain entangled in their web of deceit! Only God can open their eyes to the gospel truth.
Still, there are three that bear witness on earth -- the Blood, the Water, and the Spirit. The scriptures are clear on this point for those that search the scriptures for the truth. For further understanding, the following scriptural references may be useful.
1. The Blood .. For God has declared that without the shedding of blood (speaking of Jesus' death on the cross) there is no remission of sin. Further, He said, "This is My blood shed for many for the remission of sin." The first message preached in Acts chapter 2 initially outlined the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus. Upon preaching Jesus - mankind’s only Redeemer - to the multitudes, conviction took hold of the collective and individual consciences of the audience. With their madness condemned, the audience never had any recourse but to become free from their guilt. So, in desperation they cried to the speakers addressing them saying, "Men and brethren, what must we do?" The response is recorded in Acts 2:38.
The speakers' solution to the troubled consciences did not precede the preaching of the sacrificial crucifixion of Jesus. This is because, as previously stated, that without the shedding of blood there cannot be any remission of sin. Not just any blood, but the blood that was in Jesus' veins -- the blood of the Holy Ghost (holy sinless blood of the only innocent man on this planet earth, with the capability to cancel all of man’s sins and transgressions and subsequently transfer man’s guilt onto Himself). He who knew no sin became sin for you and I. What a loving God and wonderful Saviour!
The apostles, filled with the holy Spirit of Jesus, told the followers what they ought to do to receive the remission of sin purchased of God for their salvation. On that day, as recorded, 3000 persons were baptized into the Name of Jesus and thus eligible to receive the promised free gift of the presence of God’s holy Spirit. We note, that this same Holy Ghost through the apostles said that the people were to be baptized into the name of Jesus. (Acts 1:2-3; Acts 2;36-47) Likewise, earlier in the scriptures, the angel had said that His name should be called Jesus -- for He Jesus shall save His people from their sin. (Matthew 1:21-23)
As such, this is not a NO NAME brand of salvation. The gospel message is specific. For those readers who are still troubled with Matthew chapter 28:19, note that the text that we have is not the original. It was changed from Jesus' name to the titles -- Father, Son, and Spirit. And because an accurate presentation of Matthew 28:19 has not been rendered, the "titles" have become a No Name brand as far as the scriptures are concerned.
Therefore, if Matthew 28:19 is the presentation made in your religious organization, then your preacher is a stranger to the truth. Indeed, whole organizations have been built upon erroneous teaching concerning water baptism but this does not make their teaching accurate. In fact, the ONLY Name whereby you can be saved is by baptism into the Name is Jesus!
"Know ye not that so many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ were baptized into His death? Therefore, we are buried with Him by baptism into death; that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life." (Romans 6:3-4)
The scriptures say that we are sanctified by the Word -- Thy Word is truth. Therefore, let's follow the Bible lead. After all, what is written is most certainly the Word of God. And, as a consequence, you to will receive the gift of the Holy Ghost -- the Seed of the Holy Spirit dwelling within you. Study to show thyself approved unto God. Stand in the offering plate.
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