2 Review of Re-Baptism

1. John’s Baptism 1 Now in those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the wilderness of Judea, saying, 2 “ Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” - Matthew 3:1-2

For this is the one referred to by Isaiah the prophet when he said, “ THE VOICE OF ONE CRYING IN THE WILDERNESS, ‘ MAKE READY THE WAY OF THE LORD, MAKE HIS PATHS STRAIGHT!’” - Matthew 3:3

Now John himself had a garment of camel’s hair and a leather belt around his waist; and his food was locusts and wild honey. - Matthew 3:4

5 Then Jerusalem was going out to him, and all Judea and all the district around the Jordan; 6 and they were being baptized by him in the Jordan River, as they confessed their sins. - Matthew 3:5-6

2. Jesus Received This Baptism 13 Then Jesus arrived from Galilee at the Jordan coming to John, to be baptized by him. 14 But John tried to prevent Him, saying, “I have need to be baptized by You, and do You come to me?” - Matthew 3:13-14

But Jesus answering said to him, “Permit it at this time; for in this way it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness.” Then he permitted Him. - Matthew 3:15

3. John’s Disciples Become Jesus’ Disciples 35 Again the next day John was standing with two of his disciples, 36 and he looked at Jesus as He walked, and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God!” - John 1:35-36

The two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus. - John 1:37

4. Jesus Preached John’s Message From that time Jesus began to preach and say, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” - Matthew 4:17

5. Apostles Preached Jesus’ Baptism 18 And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, “ All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, - Matthew 28:18-19

15 And He said to them, “ Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation. 16 He who has believed and has been baptized shall be saved; but he who has disbelieved shall be condemned. - Mark 16:15-16

The Mode was Similar: John’s Baptism Immersion in Water Jesus’ Baptism

The Purpose was Different: John’s Baptism Prepare for Kingdom Jesus’ Baptism Forgiveness of Sins Indwelling

6. Some Lived Through All Three Periods And when he realized this, he went to the house of Mary, the mother of John who was also called Mark, where many were gathered together and were praying. - Acts 12:12

Q. When Were The Apostles Baptized? A. John’s Baptism

35 Again the next day John was standing with two of his disciples, 36 and he looked at Jesus as He walked, and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God!” 37 The two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus. - John 1:35-37

Q. Were the Apostles Re-Baptized After Pentecost. A Q. Were the Apostles Re-Baptized After Pentecost? A. No, They Fulfilled All Righteousness

Q. When Did The Apostles Receive the Indwelling of the Holy Spirit. A Q. When Did The Apostles Receive the Indwelling of the Holy Spirit? A. Between Jesus’ Resurrection and Ascension

So when it was evening on that day, the first day of the week, and when the doors were shut where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them, “Peace be with you.” - John 20:19

And when He had said this, He showed them both His hands and His side And when He had said this, He showed them both His hands and His side. The disciples then rejoiced when they saw the Lord. - John 20:20

21 So Jesus said to them again, “ Peace be with you; as the Father has sent Me, I also send you.” 22 And when He had said this, He breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit.” - John 20:21-22

Q. What Did They Receive at Pentecost? A. Empowerment

but you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be My witnesses both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and even to the remotest part of the earth.” - Acts 1:8

And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit was giving them utterance. - Acts 2:4

Q. What is the Difference Between Indwelling & Empowerment?

A. Indwelling = Fulfillment ‘For I will pour out water on the thirsty land And streams on the dry ground; I will pour out My Spirit on your offspring And My blessing on your descendants; - Isa. 44:3 For the promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off, as many as the Lord our God will call to Himself.” - Acts 2:39

However, you are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God dwells in you. But if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he does not belong to Him. - Romans 8:9

10 If Christ is in you, though the body is dead because of sin, yet the spirit is alive because of righteousness. 11 But if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit who dwells in you. - Romans 8:10-11

B. Empowerment = Witness And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit was giving them utterance. - Acts 2:4

4 Therefore, those who had been scattered went about preaching the word. 5 Philip went down to the city of Samaria and began proclaiming Christ to them. 6 The crowds with one accord were giving attention to what was said by Philip, as they heard and saw the signs which he was performing. - Acts 8:4-6

And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began speaking with tongues and prophesying. - Acts 19:6

Q. When Did John’s Disciples Receive the Indwelling of the Holy Spirit Q. When Did John’s Disciples Receive the Indwelling of the Holy Spirit? A. Pentecost

Q. Why were the Disciples in Acts 19 Re-Baptized. A Q. Why were the Disciples in Acts 19 Re-Baptized? A. They had Received John’s Baptism After Pentecost.

Q. Why Wasn’t Apollos, Their Teacher Re-Baptized. A Q. Why Wasn’t Apollos, Their Teacher Re-Baptized? A. He was Baptized Before Pentecost.

Q. What Does This Mean For Us Today. A Q. What Does This Mean For Us Today? A. Must Be Baptized For The Right Reason (Jesus) In The Right Way (Immersion).

Q. Is Re-Baptism Common Today? A. Yes

If you love Me, you will keep My commandments. - John 14:15

But Peter and the apostles answered, “We must obey God rather than men - Acts 5:29

Baptism is the Believer’s Wedding Ceremony with Christ.