The purpose of this series is to look at the concept of baptism as it is described in the Scriptures. Most people have a very narrow view of baptism that is often based on church traditions rather than the Word of God. Baptism, as it is seen in both the Old and New Testaments, is a much deeper subject; it has great spiritual meaning beyond that of a simple religious ordinance or ritual. When a person hears the word “baptism” their first thought is usually water baptism, but there are many different baptisms spoken of in the Scriptures, most of which do not involve water at all. In this series of lessons, we examine the various baptisms found in the Scriptures to see the origin and meaning of the word, and to understand the importance of the spiritual baptism that places us in Christ in this present dispensation.
These Bible lessons were taught by Pastor Gregg Bing in 2021-2022 during the adult Sunday school class at Grace Bible Church in Fort Worth, TX.
Gregg Bing - July 19, 2020
Love for the World - Part 2
We have been commissioned by God, as believers, to not only maintain a good testimony for the Lord in our walk, but also to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the unsaved. In 2 Corinthians 5:14-21, we find our commission in this present age of grace. This grace commission centers around the work of reconciliation, a work that God accomplished through the finished work of Jesus Christ: His death on the cross for our sins and His resurrection. Yet, God has given to us, His saints, a ministry of reconcilitation as ambassadors for Christ. He has also committed to us a word of reconciliation--the gospel of Jesus Christ found in 1 Corinthians 15:1-4. We show forth love for the world when we reach out to meet their greatest need and share this wonderful message of grace with those who so desperately need it.
Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4, 2 Corinthians 5:14-21
From Series: "What the World Needs Now is Love"
We live in a world that is divided over so many issues: a global pandemic, racial equality, moral issues, social issues, politics, and religion. The divisions have become so intense that the world seems filled with envy, jealousy, enmity, and violence toward one another. Few treat others with respect, kindness, or love. Love is clearly the greatest need, but not the type of love the world thinks of. We need the type of love that comes only from God. This series deals with why type of love is missing from the world, where it comes from, and how it should be shown by those who know God through Jesus Christ.
