A LOOK AT BAPTISM AGAIN

                                                                Acts 8: 35-39

  Introduction:

         A.  I want us to start a study of baptism, which

             is one of the most important subjects in

             the New Testament.

         B. An explanation of a principle of

             interpretation and illustration.

  I.  Baptism:

         A.  The word "baptize" means to dip, to

             submerge, to bury. The literal meaning

             of the Greek word "baptizo" means an

             immersion (The Authentic New Testament) .

          B.  Baptism is a command given by

             Jesus.  Matthew 28:18-20 ; Mark 16:16

         C.  Baptism is to be administered in the name

             of the Father,  and of the son,

             and of the  Holy Spirit. 

             Matthew 28:19

          D.  Baptism occurs in water.  Acts 8: 35-39

         E.  Baptism is a burial in water. 

              Acts 8: 35-39; Romans 6:3-5;

             Colossians 2: 12.

         F.  Baptism is an act of faith. 

             Mark 16:16; Acts 8:36-37; Acts 8:12;

             Colossians 2:12

          

  Closing:

       A.  We will continue our study next Sunday

            morning if the Lord is willing.