R. Alan Streett

R. Alan Streett, author of Caesar and the Sacrament, explores baptism's dual role as a spiritual and political act. He discusses how early Christians viewed baptism as a pledge of loyalty against Roman authority. The conversation delves into the symbolic importance of the Holy Spirit's descent in Jesus’ baptism and its implications for kingship. They also tackle the significance of personal commitment in baptism, how it shapes discipleship, and the rich theological reflections that arose from first-century practices.