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 - February 1, 2015
Paul's First Turn to the Gentiles
After Paul spoke in the synagogue in Antioch (Pisidia), the Gentiles begged to hear these words as well. The next Sabbath, both Jews and Gentiles came together to hear Paul preach, but the unbelieving Jews, being filled with envy, contradicted and blasphemed Paul. Paul declared it was necessary for the Jews to hear the Word first, but since they rejected it, he said, "we turn to the Gentiles." (Acts 13:38-52).
Scripture References: Acts 13:38-52
From Series: "The Book of Acts"
These lessons provide a verse by verse study through one of the most challenging books of the Bible from a dispensational viewpoint, showing the transition from God's focus on Israel to the start of the Church, the Body of Christ.
