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Introduction
1 Peter 3:18-22
There is a lot of confusion about baptism in some circles.
For example, the Roman Catholic church teaches that water baptism is necessary for salvation.
Protestant Cambellites (Church of Christ or Disciples of Christ) teach that water baptism by immersion is necessary for salvation also.
It’s just like the devil to take a wonderful ordinance given by Christ and corrupt it into something evil.
The answer to the question in our title is a resounding No. Water baptism is NOT necessary for salvation.
Part of my extended family went to a Cambellite church that taught Baptismal Regeneration.
I had to decide for myself if salvation was by grace through faith in Christ alone or if human works played a role.
Through the preaching of God’s Word and personal Bible study, I was convinced that baptism was not necessary for salvation.
Our text verses deal with the role of baptism.
1 pet 3 18-
Notice that the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ are mentioned in these verses.
Further, it is explained that the ark was a type of Christ.
Noah and his family were saved because they were in the ark.
The flood (water) elevated the family and showed that they were in the ark while others (outside the ark) were lost.
Verse 21 says:
Water baptism after salvation has the same role as the water in the flood.
Believer’s baptism separates those who have been baptized from those who have not.
Water Baptism shows that one has been born again.
If there is any doubt, verse 21 specifically states, “(not the putting away of the filth of the flesh.”
Baptism doesn’t wash away sin!
It can’t save the soul!
It has no part in salvation!
However, it does save us from a defiled conscience.
Is there anyone so low down as one who believes in Christ in their heart, but will not profess Him with their life?
Baptism gives us a good conscience toward God.
You can take heart in the fact that you have openly accepted Him.
If the Bible is so clear about the role of Baptism, why is there so much confusion.
Here are 3 Reasons for the dismay.
The Bible Does not Teach that Baptism is necessary for Salvation.
Why then do some believe this false doctrine?
If the Bible is so clear about the role of Baptism, why is there so much confusion.
Here are 3 Reasons for the dismay.
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A Failure to Rightly Divide the Word.
The Word of God is perfectly consistent in doctrine when handled properly.
It is important to allow the Scripture to speak rather than wrestle it to say what you want.
Also, Scripture must be compared with Scripture.
No verse is an island.
No Scripture is of private interpretation.
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A Misunderstanding of Bible terms.
Different kinds of baptism in the Bible.
Failure to understand this simple concept will confuse your theology quickly!
Here are 3 types of baptism:
a. Baptism of Repentance
John’s Baptism was not the same as believer’s baptism.
Those believers who were baptized by John were rebaptized after salvation.
Repentance
b.
Baptism of the Spirit
acts 11
Those who are saved are spiritually baptized into the body of Christ.
c. Believer’s Baptism by Water Immersion
mat 28
Not the same as believer’s baptism.
Acts 19:
35-
In this passage we see:
The timing of baptism - after salvation.
The mode of baptism - water.
The method of baptism - immersion.
2. A Misinterpretation of Bible Verses
This verse does not say he that “is baptized not shall be damned.”
Without a doubt, the impetus of salvation is the word “believeth” in this verse.
Salvation hinges on believing not on baptism.
This verse is not as difficult to decipher as some claim.
Repent is synanmous with “believe on Jesus” as found in other verses.
The phrase “be baptized… for the remission of sin” does not mean that baptism is necessary for salvation.
Look up the word “for” in your dictionary.
One of the definitions is “because of” or “pointing to.”
When you compare Scripture with Scripture, baptism is an outward action that points to the faith in the heart.
We don’t get baptized as part of salvation.
We get baptized pointing to the fact that we have been saved!
In this verse we see an emphasis on baptism.
Not because baptism saves, but because in order to be baptized one must get saved.
Notice that “wash away thy sins” by “calling on the name of the Lord.
If one can be saved by water baptism, why not simply say, “arise, and be baptized, and wash away thy sins?” Why?
Because you get born again by calling on Christ by faith, not by water baptism.
If water Baptism were necessary for salvation, so many of the beloved verses in the Bible are worthless!
Is John- 3:16 incomplete?
Are Romans- 10:9-10, 13 insufficient?
Did God forget to add Baptism to His definition of the Gospel?
3. A Misconception of Baptism’s Importance
The Apostle Paul plainly states that baptism was not as important as preaching the Gospel.
What a blow to those who believe salvation is accomplished through Baptism.
Conclusion
Baptism is not necessary for salvation.
It is necessary for a Christian to have a good conscience of obedience before God.
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