Baptism in water has been instituted by God as a definite part of the new birth experience. Baptism identifies us with Jesus Christ in a unique and fulfilling way. The following study points out the scriptural background and commandment about baptism.

What two elements did Jesus say were necessary to be born again in John 3:5?

What was John the Baptist’s baptism for? Mark 1:4

What did Jesus commission the disciples to do in the following scriptures?

• Matthew 28:19
• Mark 16:16
• Luke 24:47

What did Peter say water baptism was for in Acts 2:38?

What did Peter command the household of Cornelius to do? Acts 10:48?

Why did Paul re-baptize the Ephesian believers in Acts 19:3-5?

Who did Paul baptize in the following scriptures?

• Acts 16:14-15
• Acts 19:1-5

What does baptism identify us with according to the following?

• Romans 6:4
• Colossians 2:11-12

What does Acts 4:12 tell us about the name of Jesus?

In whose name did Jesus come? John 5:43

What is the name of the Son? Matthew 1:21

In whose name is the Holy Spirit sent? John 14:26

According to the following scriptures, Matthew 28:19, John 5:43, Matthew 1:21, John 14:26 what is the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit?

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