Selected Scriptures
Ordinances are the ‘visible words’ of the Gospel
I. The Nature and Means of Believer’s Baptism
. A. Defining Mark of Christian Identity
. . John The Baptist – Matthew 3:1-2, 13-17 – A baptism of repentance
. B. Baptism From Symbol to Reality – Matthew 3:15, 20:21-23, Mark 10:38, Matthew 28:19,
. . Acts 2:37-28, 41, 8:12-13, 36-38, 9:17-18, 10:44-48, 16:14-15, 31-33
. C. Symbolizes
. . 1, Union with Christ – Spiritual baptism – Romans 6:3-4, Colossians 2:12
. . 2. Forgiveness of sins – Titus 3:5, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11
. D. The Mode Matters – Greek Baptizo – Immerse (drown)
II. The Nature and Means of the Lord’s Supper
. . Matthew 26:26-28, Acts 2:42, 46, 20:7
. A. Remembrance – 1 Corinthians 11:23-24 – Back to His death
. B. Anticipate – 1 Corinthians 11:25-26 – Ahead to the second coming
. C. Prepare – 1 Corinthians 11:27-30 – (21-22 selfish/greed)
. D. Corporate – 1 Corinthians 11:17, 18, 20, 33, 34 – when you come/meet together
Five directions to look when approaching the Lord’s table
1. Within – self-examination 2. Around – together 3. Back – to the cross
4. Ahead – to His return 5. Up – in gratitude