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Originally Posted by Judah
I have a question regarding remission of sins. I had always been taught that baptism in Jesus' name was for the remission of my sins. Then, the other day as I was reading, I came across this scripture:
Acts 10:42-44
42 And He commanded us to preach to the people, and to testify that it is He who was ordained by God to be Judge of the living and the dead. 43 To Him all the prophets witness that, through His name, whoever believes in Him will receive remission of sins.”
I realize that later on in the chapter they were baptized. However this particular verse puts emphasis on our belief in Him for remission of sins.
In the spirit of wanting to learn, I submit this question: Is it, indeed, our belief in Him, OR the actual water baptism that grants us remission of sins?
Respectfully,
Judah |
Scriptural definition of "believe" is much different that what we commonly accept it to be. If I should say that I believe something, I am agreeing in my mind that something is TRUE. But, scriptural believing is more than an operation between the ears. It is a way of life. It is adhering to something. It is conforming to something...it is complying by word, deed and a life.
So, if I were to believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, I am going to become committed to him and follow him, keeping His commandmnents and following His way. In short, obeying the whole Word of God.
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