Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson Baptized into the Triune Name
May 15, 2024
Discover the profound significance of the Trinity in baptism and its impact on believers, symbolizing our relationship with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Explore how baptism serves as a naming ceremony, signifying our belonging to God's family and living a life of faith and fellowship.
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Baptism Anchors Trinitarian Life
- Baptism grounds everyday Christian life in the triune nature of God rather than abstract speculation.
- Being baptized into the one name of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit makes Trinity the bedrock of our fellowship with God.
Preach The Meaning, Not Just The Mode
- Use baptismal moments to emphasize belonging to God's family rather than debating modes or frequency.
- Remind congregations that baptism names them to live for God's praise and to enjoy fellowship with the Father, Son, and Spirit.
Naming Changes Identity, Not Substance
- Baptism functions as a naming ceremony that doesn't alter our insides but redefines our social and spiritual identity.
- It signals God's claim on our lives and reminds us of the Father's care, the Son's death, and the Spirit's guidance.