Truth Unites Trent Horn and Gavin Ortlund on Baptism: Catholic vs. Baptist
Apr 29, 2022
Join Trent Horn, a Catholic apologist and author, as he engages with Gavin Ortlund, a Baptist pastor and theologian, in a fascinating dialogue about baptism. They delve into the contrasting views on baptismal regeneration, discussing whether it justifies or sanctifies. The conversation includes intriguing points on Cornelius's faith, the relationship between actual grace and regeneration, and the role of tradition in their theological debate. They also touch on pastoral concerns about formalism and ritualism surrounding baptism.
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Definition Of Regeneration And Baptism
- Trent defines regeneration as the moment one is made an adopted child of God and receives sanctifying grace that cleanses sin.
- He identifies baptism as the sacrament intended to confer that regeneration through water and the baptismal formula.
Baptism As Sign And Seal
- Gavin affirms baptism gives grace and is more than a mere sign, but denies it is the cause of regeneration.
- He describes baptism as a sign-and-seal that represents and publicly expresses an inward change begun by faith.
Cornelius As A Boundary Case
- Trent treats Cornelius in Acts 10 as an exception where the Holy Spirit falls prior to baptism to show Gentiles fit recipients.
- He argues baptism did not save Cornelius, even though the event served a boundary-breaking purpose.
