Originally Posted By: ford150man
I agree Bamarich. I should clarify though, for all those that may read this thread, that my choice not to dive to heavy into this subject isn't JUST due to a lack of time/space or because I know I won't change someone's mind. It is also because I don't want to put out tidbits of information or references and sway Simone's opinion without giving adequate scripture to back it up. Basically, I don't want to do more harm than good. I will clarify one thing that I think I have given the wrong impression of. I do think, no I know, we are commanded to be baptized. I just don't think it is a step of obtaining salvation. It's a commandment much like the other commandments. I know many people that disagree with this always reference Acts 2 but as I mentioned earlier there are just as many scriptures on being saved that doesn't mention it as well. Also, you usually run across the people that says "well, there may be other scriptures but it says it in Acts 2 so I'm going to do it or believe it that way". How many of those people have given away all their possessions as Jesus instructed the rich young ruler ? Probably not many. I know in that instance Jesus was pointing out where the rulers heart was in comparison to his belongings but the fact remains that it was still said when asked how to be saved that he should give away his belongings and follow Christ. You can't follow word for word in one scripture and then ignore another. Oh well, enough from me. For a guy that isn't going to get in to it too much, I sure have said a lot. smile. Y'all have a great day. God bless.
That is one fine post my friend. Looking at any given Scripture or few Scriptures, without taking into account ALL of the rest of Scripture at the same time, will give you a headache. Been there and done that. grin

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