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Originally Posted by Stephen Hoover
I think this would be a good reason not to do it. I think it speaks to their insecurity and their inability to simply place all trust in the blood of Jesus.
Some have been baptised multiple times and still have the same struggles - where does it stop? They need to be taught who it is they identified with in baptism and why they can fully trust his accomplishment on the cross.
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I understand what you're saying, but on the other hand, Paul seemed to note that some Christians weren't as strong as others, and he made allowances for them.
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