One Baptism, 11/18/04

Summary

The sermon emphasizes that there is one baptism, primarily water baptism, which symbolizes a public profession of faith and evidence of genuine repentance. It explains that baptism represents the believer's identification with the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and is closely linked with faith in Him for the remission of sins. The preacher clarifies that baptism itself does not wash away sins, but it is a testimony of calling on the name of the Lord who provides salvation. The sermon also highlights biblical examples of baptism, the importance of faith preceding baptism, and the practice of baptizing believing households together.