The Lord Jesus has commanded us to water baptize those who believe and reverently remember His sacred sacrifice. In part 8 of We Believe, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 8:26-38, and 1 Corinthians .
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Study Notes
WE BELIEVE… ORDINANCES
We believe that the Lord’s Supper and water baptism are ordinances to be observed by the Church. They are not, however, to be regarded as means of salvation or prerequisites for church membership. This church shall practice believer’s baptism by immersion.
Understanding the Text Matthew 28:18-20
- Authority (v. 18)
- Command: Make Disciples (vv. 19-20a)
- Baptize
- Teach
- Assurance (v. 20b)
Understanding the Text Acts 8:26-38
- Divine Appointment (vv. 26-34)
- Gospel Proclamation (v. 35)
- Baptismal Obedience (v. 36-38)
Understanding the Text 1 Corinthians 11:17-34
- Abuse of the Lord’s Supper (vv. 17-22)
- Institution of the Lord’s Supper (vv. 23-26)
- Warning Regarding the Lord’s Supper (vv. 27-34)
Ordinances… Sacraments
WLBC & Water Baptism
WLBC & The Lord’s Supper
Applying the Text
- Believe and be baptized
- Reverently remember Christ’s sacrifice