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Dictionary of Bible Themes – 7903 baptism
7903 baptism
- 7904 baptism, of Jesus Christ
- 7905 baptism, with Holy Spirit
- 7906 baptism, in the Gospels
- 7907 baptism, practice of
- 7908 baptism, significance of
7903 baptism
A washing with water, which symbolises the cleansing of believers from the stain and dirt of sin through the grace of God. Jesus Christ submitted to baptism as an example to believers. Through the work of the Holy Spirit, baptism is linked with union with the risen Jesus Christ.
Dictionary of Bible Themes Scripture index copyright Martin H. Manser, 2009. As Editor, Martin Manser wishes to thank all those who compiled or edited the NIV Thematic Study Bible, on which this work is based.
