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Originally Posted by navygoat1998
Bishop, In the poll, I answered I am not sure,because I believe in the importance of Baptism but that being said It does not mean that sins are not forgiven without Baptism.
Sometimes I think we don't give the blood of Christ enough credit.
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I agree....when people do not believe in the necessity of baptism, they do not give the blood of Christ enough credit!
How ya like that? Just joking/kind of.
Biblically can you point to where the blood is applied/washes away sin outside of baptism?
Acts 2:38 says baptism is for the remission of sins. I know some here will argue that the "for" is "because" sins have been forgiven/washed away. However, Elder Epley posted a copy of responses from something like 20+ Greek Scholars/professors from places like Harvard and other well respected institutions of higher learning who without exception stated that the context of
Acts 2:38 was "to receive remission/forgiveness" not because of. (This was in response to a letter sent to each one asking them to give their opinion on the grammatical construct and subsequent meaning.)
I have a copy of it on my other computer, and if Elder Epley doesn't beat me to it I will post it.
Paul was told to arise and be baptized wash away your sins calling on the name of the Lord. (Paul's personal testimony
Acts 22:16)
Why would the Apostles command baptism if it was optional? A commandment is not a suggestion, it is a requirement.
Just some thoughts from the peanut gallery
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