Baptism

Baptism

Baptism is an important step in the process of salvation—it’s a full immersion in water, symbolizing the death of the old self and being raised to new life. "Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins," (Acts 2:38).

“How do I receive the Holy Spirit at baptism?”
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Question: “How do I receive the Holy Spirit at baptism?”

The apostle Peter summed it up in Acts 2:38: “Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”
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How do I receive the Holy Spirit at baptism?

The apostle Peter summed it up in Acts 2:38: “Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”
Understanding Baptism
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Understanding Baptism

What is baptism? Great question! Simply put, baptism is an agreement that you enter into with God when you decide to live His way of life.
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Is Belief All That's Required for God's Gift of Salvation?

Eternal life is God's gift, not something any of us deserve or can in any way earn. But does God set conditions for us to receive this gift? It's vitally important to your relationship with God and to your future...
The Hunt for Hidden Treasure
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The Hunt for Hidden Treasure

Most people like to search for treasure, but is physical treasure enough?
Baptism: Washing Away the Past
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Baptism: Washing Away the Past

By His power, God can and will cleanse you of all your past guilt, pain and burdens. You can become a new person.
10 Days to Passover - Day 10
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10 Days to Passover: Day 10

Passover: It’s a day God commands us to observe each year by commemorating the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who lived a perfect life and paid the ultimate price on our behalf. When we get baptized, we are committing our lives...
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Is the Laying on of Hands Necessary for Us to Receive the Holy Spirit?

The Bible gives us a clear answer. Paul came upon some believers in Ephesus who had been baptized by no less than John the Baptist. Yet they had not received the Holy Spirit for two reasons. One is that they...
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How to Receive God's Spirit

The story of the new Christians baptized by Philip in Samaria illustrates the importance of the ceremony of laying on of hands in the giving of the Holy Spirit.
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The Holy Spirit: The Power of God

Throughout the Bible the Holy Spirit is spoken of in the Bible as being God's divine power.
The Power of the Holy Spirit
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The Power of the Holy Spirit

Almost 2,000 years ago, a miraculous, momentous event occurred—the New Testament Church was founded on the Feast of Pentecost. What made this event so astounding—and Acts 2 records that the circumstances of that day were truly dramatic—was the giving of...
Second Chances
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Second Chances

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Steps to Initial Repentance and Conversion

What must take place for us to receive God's forgiveness and grace?
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Deciding on Baptism

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My Search for the Truth

"You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore” (Psalm 16:11).
As Hard as a Rock
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As Hard as a Rock

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Do I Need to Be Re-Baptized?

If you have been baptized before should you be re-baptized? Here are some questions to ask yourself.
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Can I be baptized for someone who has died?

Is baptism for the dead described in 1 Corinthians? What is the real hope of the dead?
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Baptism for the Dead

Does the Bible support baptism on behalf of the dead?
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The Authorities Question John, He Declares Jesus to Be the Messiah Harmony of the Gospels, Part 15

In this message, we look at what's behind the priests and Levites being sent to question John the Baptizer, and what's behind his response. But overshadowing these events is the remarkable history of the location where these events occurred and…
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