10th February 2019 - CFC Sunday Church Service
Summary
The speaker emphasizes that true baptism is a New Covenant ordinance preceded by genuine repentance, citing John the Baptist and Jesus's own ministry. He stresses that belief and repentance are necessary prerequisites for baptism, which leads to salvation and the reception of the Holy Spirit. The central message is that one must come to Christ recognizing their sinfulness to receive God's forgiveness and new life.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Baptism as a New Testament commandThe word baptism is exclusively a New Testament term initiated by John the Baptist, which must always be preceded by personal repentance.
The Great Commission and obeying commandmentsJesus commanded His disciples to make disciples of all nations, baptize them, and teach them to observe all His commandments.
True baptism requires personal faith and beliefScripture teaches that only those who have personally believed and repented should be baptized, meaning infant sprinkling or christening is not biblical baptism.Mark 16:16
Romans 6 and the symbolism of baptismGoing into the water symbolizes being buried with Christ in His death so that we may be raised to walk in newness of life.Romans 6:3
Bringing forth fruit in keeping with repentanceA genuine turning away from sin produces a completely changed life with new desires, new attitudes, and righteous fruits.
The Christian life is a joyful lifeFollowing Jesus is not a burden or a gloomy routine, but a joyful journey that brings celebration in heaven over every sinner who repents.
Wonderful truths given to the born-again believerBelievers receive assurance because their names are written in heaven, they are transferred into Christ's kingdom, and they are indwelt by the Holy Spirit.Luke 10:20
Sealed with the Holy Spirit of promiseBelievers are sealed with the Holy Spirit as a down payment guaranteeing their ultimate redemption by God.Ephesians 1:13
Practical instructions for spiritual survivalBelievers must not forsake gathering together for fellowship, must cleanse themselves to be vessels of honor, and can trust Christ to keep them from stumbling.
Deepika's testimony of true repentanceAfter realizing her previous baptism was a dead work without repentance, she desired to obey God's word and walk in newness of life.
Donator's testimony of God's redeeming loveTouched by the immense price Christ paid and the wiping away of sins, she desires to follow Him as a faithful disciple.
Heather's journey from religion to relationshipMoving past a background of dead religious knowledge and constant condemnation, she found new life through the new covenant teachings of CFC.
Janet's testimony of turning back to GodAfter struggling with doubt and anger through difficult times, she was touched by God's intimate knowledge of her and turned back in repentance.
Mohil's testimony of rescue from failureAfter drifting away into the world and hitting personal failure, he cried out to the Lord and experienced His restoring grace.
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