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 - October 3, 2021
Baptism and the Great Commission - Part 1
Jesus' words to His apostles before His ascension back to heaven are usually referred to as "The Great Commission," a commission that is assumed by most Christians to be our commission today. While this commission did focus on preaching the gospel, it also included water baptism. We examine the passages (Matthew 28 and Mark 16 in particular), to determine if this commission is for us today and how baptism fit with this commission. In this lesson, the focus is on Matthew 28.
Scripture References: Acts 19:1-7, Acts 10:43-46, Acts 8:1-17, Matthew 28:16-20
From Series: "The Baptisms of Scripture"
This series of Bible studies examines the many different baptisms found in the Scriptures, looking at the practice and meaning of each. Much focus will be placed on the one baptism that is still in operation today in this present dispensation of God's grace: the baptism by the Holy Spirit that places believers into Christ. These lessons were given during the adult Sunday school class at Grace Bible Church in 2021.
More Messages Associated With "Water Baptism"...
April 12, 2015
Why Paul Baptized During the Acts Period
Gregg Bing
1 Corinthians 1:11-17, Acts 16:33-34
July 11, 2021
Old Testament Washings
Gregg Bing
Luke 2:21-24, John 1:19-28, Numbers 19:1-20, Leviticus 14:1-9, Matthew 3:1-7, Hebrews 9:9-10
July 18, 2021
The Baptism of John - Part 1
Gregg Bing
Luke 3:1-6, Luke 1:76-80, Luke 1:15-17, Matthew 3:1-6, Luke 7:24-28
August 15, 2021
Water Baptism During Jesus' Ministry
Gregg Bing
Colossians 2:9-17, Hebrews 10:1-14, Hebrews 9:9-26, John 4:1-3, John 3:22-30
October 3, 2021
Baptism and the Great Commission - Part 1
Gregg Bing
Acts 19:1-7, Acts 10:43-46, Acts 8:1-17, Matthew 28:16-20
