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Baptism is important but is not necessary for salvation.
Read More »Ask An Evangelical: Baptism and Salvation
Ask An Eastern Orthodox Christian: Disposing of Baptismal Water
Traditionally the water is poured into the ground in a dry well under a church or may be disposed of at another undisturbed location.
Read More »How I abused rules as a Christian
I’ve come to realize that rules can be good when they have a good purpose, but when they are used to decide salvation, things get thorny. Jesus had something to say about that to the Pharisees.
Read More »Is it heresy for Baptists to baptize a baby? One pastor’s example sets off a debate
The sprinkling-style baptism of a Dayton, Ohio, infant — a scene heartwarming and commonplace for Catholics and mainline Protestants — is touching off accusations of doctrinal heresy in the evangelical world.
Read More »BRIEF: Seattle pastor to visit Spokane to discuss baptism
The Rev. Paul Hoffman, author of of "Faith Forming Faith" and "Faith Shaping Ministry" will lead a Faith Formation retreat at Salem Lutheran Church this weekend.
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