Is baptism essential unto salvation?
 

Ok, before I make any statements, I am sure this has been hashed out many times on this forum. I don't simply want to reread other discussions, so please humor me...

Is baptism essential to be saved? This isn't a question of whether baptism in Jesus name is essential, so lets not turn this into a massive debate on Jesus name or FSHG... I just want to know if baptism is essential...

Re: Is baptism essential unto salvation?
 

There are several "bapstisms" mentioned in the Scriptures. Ref Hebrews 6:2. We can't even agree among ourselves how many baptisms there are and if any or all of them are essential unto salvation.

Re: Is baptism essential unto salvation?
 

That was not the question... you can't say, well there are so many so we cant agree... I am simply asking if full water submersion with the invocation of some name is required for salvation.

This isn't a debate about OT baptisms -- not ritual washings or cleanings.

I think you know what I am asking, just answer what you believe and explain why.

Re: Is baptism essential unto salvation?
 

I think Sam's point is that just by asking for a simple answer doesn't mean there is one. Thus the rehashing. The long drawn out threads are long and drawn out for a reason.

For the record, I believe that I don't know. I certainly wouldn't want to risk not being baptized. How's that? ;)

Re: Is baptism essential unto salvation?
 

No.

Re: Is baptism essential unto salvation?
 

Re: Is baptism essential unto salvation?
 

Re: Is baptism essential unto salvation?
 

Yes.

Re: Is baptism essential unto salvation?
 

Water baptism is an essential part of initiation into the church for a new believer.

Re: Is baptism essential unto salvation?
 

Is that a yes or a no? :foottap