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Why was it Necessary for Jesus to be Baptized?

Matthew 3:13-17 Jesus tells John that his baptism is necessary to fulfill all righteousness. But what does Jesus mean by all righteousness? In the Bible, righteousness is all about setting things right—that is, fixing something that is broken. But what … Continue reading

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Proclaiming the Gospel and Baptism

Post by Pastor Tim – How should a better understanding of Proclaiming the Gospel affect how we practice baptism in the local church?  I pondered this as I responded to a question about the appropriate waiting period between someone giving … Continue reading

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