Scripture: John 1:28 (ESV) – “These things took place in Bethany across the Jordan, where John was baptizing.” John 1:28 sets the scene for the ministry of John the Baptist: “These things took place in Bethany across the Jordan, where John was baptizing.” At first glance, this verse may seem like a simple geographical note,Continue reading “A Sacred Place of Preparation”
Tag Archives: Baptism
Questioning Authority
Scripture: John 1:25 (ESV) – “They asked him, ‘Then why are you baptizing, if you are neither the Christ, nor Elijah, nor the Prophet?’” In John 1:25, the delegation sent by the Pharisees presses John the Baptist with a critical question: “Then why are you baptizing, if you are neither the Christ, nor Elijah, norContinue reading “Questioning Authority”
Done With Dunking
“Why would God initiate a sacrament to be administered across the globe that requires deep pools of water? Give a Presbyterian minister a go-bag containing a Bible, a loaf of bread, a bottle of wine, and a flask of water and he has every element needed to conduct a complete worship service anytime and anywhereContinue reading “Done With Dunking”
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