Guilt Grace Gratitude Belgic Confession Article 34 | The Sacrament of Baptism
Sep 3, 2022
This discussion delves into the significance of baptism as a sacrament that replaces circumcision, marking believers for God's covenant. It highlights how baptism symbolizes internal cleansing through Christ's blood. Ministers oversee the sacrament while Christ offers spiritual gifts. The teaching that baptism is a one-time event is examined, along with the case for infant baptism linked to covenant promises. The conversation also clarifies who should receive baptism within the covenant community, emphasizing a blend of tradition and personal faith expressions.
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Baptism Replaces Bloody Circumcision
- Peter Bell explains baptism replaces bloody circumcision as the covenant sign, signifying internal cleansing by Christ's blood through the Spirit.
- He emphasizes baptism's visible water points to invisible spiritual washing, not the physical water itself.
Once-For-All Nature Of Baptism
- Peter Bell argues baptism is a once-for-all sacrament that benefits believers throughout life and shouldn't be repeated.
- He links this to the impossibility of being born twice and rejects Anabaptist re-baptism practices.
Baptize Children Of Believers
- Peter Bell recommends baptizing believers' children as the sign and seal of covenant promises, paralleling circumcision in Israel.
- He asserts Christ's blood washes children just as adults, so children should receive baptism early in life.
