What Jesus Said About BaptismSample

Important

Baptism is a fundamental issue in the Bible and for all denominations. In this study, we try to stay clear of theological differences and touch only on some essentials about baptism. There is no attempt to promote any denominational view.

Suggestion

1. Ask three friends to do this study with you. (Men and women are in separate groups of 4 each.)

2. Everybody does the study on their own.

3. When all 4 finished the study, meet and discuss what you have discovered.

4. It is of utmost importance to move from information to obedience. Studying the Bible gives information and revelation. Obedience is the practical application. Discuss how to apply what you have discovered.

5. This is study No.9 in the series. Consider doing all 25 studies in this series.

6. Can you think of people who may benefit from these studies? Contact them. Encourage them to gather four people and do this series of Bible Studies.

7. These Bible studies will help you grow as a disciple and a disciple-maker, giving you practical guidelines to lead others to the Lord and make them disciples and disciple-makers.

What Jesus and the New Testament said about baptism

The Scripture passages that we will study: Matthew 28:19 & Romans 6:3-11

In discussing these passages, ask the following three questions:

1. What do we learn about God from this passage?

(How is God revealing Himself to us in this passage: His character, works, commands, and promises?)

2. What do I learn about myself or people from this passage?

(What is God expecting from me? What needs to change in my life? What are my responsibilities?).

3. How can I apply and integrate these truths in my life?

(How must I obey God? How can I be a blessing to other people? What and for whom can I pray from this passage?).

Information to obedience: After studying Matthew 28:19 and Romans 6:3-11, what do you sense the Holy Spirit is saying to you and asking you to do? Because it is God speaking here, we have to respond. We always need to transition from information to obedience: What must change in my life?