Just and Sinner Podcast The Theological Case for Baptizing Infants
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Sep 23, 2025 Delve into the intriguing theological case for infant baptism! Explore the differences among various religious traditions and the significant contributions of George Henry Gerberding. Discover why infants, viewed as inheritors of original sin, need redemption right from birth. Learn how Scripture links baptism to salvation, and whether baptism is an ordinary means of grace. The discussion also addresses objections about infant damnation and emphasizes biblical parenting that nurtures a covenantal faith in children.
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Gerberding And His Context
- Dr. Jordan Cooper explains his source: George Henry Gerberding's The Way of Salvation in the Lutheran Church.
- He recounts Gerberding's background and why the book addresses revivalist critiques of infant baptism.
Why Gerberding Defended Infant Baptism
- Gerberding wrote to defend Lutheran practice against Second Great Awakening revivalist critiques that dismissed sacramental and institutional Christianity.
- Dr. Jordan Cooper recounts Gerberding's aim to show infant baptism is rooted in New Testament theology and history.
Infants Are Born In Need Of Redemption
- Infants inherit original sin and need redemption from conception and birth according to Scripture passages like Psalm 51 and John 3.6.
- Thus infants are not morally neutral; they require application of salvation just like adults.
