Baptism - a setting apart
We come for baptism, or are brought for
baptism, and it’s at that time that the wonders begin
Jesus,
the glorious Son of God, the one in whom the Father is pleased,
taking our sin upon himself
Jesus,
fulfilling all righteousness for us
Jesus
entering into the waters, water that would bring death, rising again
Water,
the water of life, something that we are mostly made of
In baptism Jesus was conformed into our
death.
In baptism we are conformed into Jesus’
death.
What is it that begins then? The whole
Christian life
life
following a Savior who won’t quit until all is accomplished
life
receiving the care that only Jesus can give, keeping our flame
burning
life
bringing the Gospel to all nations - especially those people right
here at home.
How will we grow in Christ during this
time of epiphany, the time of realization of just what kind of Lord
Jesus is?
1)
Attend church faithfully and expectantly, looking for God to work in
our lives.
2)
Give generously, financially and in service.
3)
Enter into discussion of God’s Word with other believers.
4)
FAN - friends, associates, neighbors - invite to hear, believe, and
live
5)
Take an active role in governing our church through the annual
meeting. Pray ahead, ask how the Lord would have us reach our world.
6)
Above all, center our lives on Christ and His Word.
Jesus has come to be baptized. He has
associated himself with our sin, with our need for forgiveness. And
he has promised forgiveness and life to all who trust in him.
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