A Reply To A Defense of the Divine Right of Infant Baptism

Summary

This sermon transcript is a detailed theological debate opposing the practice of infant baptism, arguing that baptism should be reserved for believers who can profess faith. The author critiques the scriptural and historical foundations of infant baptism, asserting it is a human invention and not supported by the New Testament or early church practice. The discussion emphasizes the covenant of grace as eternal and not dependent on baptism, and calls for a return to apostolic practices of baptism and church discipline. The author also challenges the legitimacy of infant baptism as a tradition rooted in Jewish customs rather than divine ordinance.