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Baptists believe that a child is "safe" until they reach the age of accountability. Infant dedication is practiced in some baptist churches but a person is not a member until they accept Jesus as their Savior and become baptized.
Some churches believe in a corporate salvation and trust in the adults that become parents or God parents to train the children in the churche's beifs.
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What does the Bible say about infant baptism and its significance in Christian faith?
Infant baptism is a practice in some Christian denominations where infants are baptized as a symbol of their inclusion in the faith community. The Bible does not specifically mention infant baptism, but some Christians believe it is a way to dedicate children to God and symbolize their need for salvation. Others believe baptism should be reserved for those who can make a conscious decision to follow Jesus. The significance of infant baptism in Christian faith varies among different denominations and interpretations of scripture.
Why do christians believe baptism is so important?
Actually, infant baptism is important to a small group of Christians. Most believers do not practice infant baptism because they hold that it is not taught in Scripture. Baptism is for penitent adults who are aware of their sin and appreciate the need for redemption.
Does a child or an adult born of a Christian married couple need to be baptized as Christian?
It all depends what denomination you belong to. Some denominations teach that infant baptism is necessary. Others believe baptism is only for those who are old enough to accept Jesus for themselves. Baptism for all Christians is required by God at some point.
Is infant baptism supported by biblical teachings?
Infant baptism is a practice in some Christian denominations where infants are baptized. The support for infant baptism in the Bible is a topic of debate among theologians and scholars. Some argue that there are passages in the Bible that suggest the practice, while others believe that baptism should be reserved for those who can make a conscious decision to follow Jesus. Ultimately, the interpretation of biblical teachings on infant baptism varies among different Christian traditions.
What are the beliefs and practices surrounding infant baptism in various Christian denominations?
Infant baptism is a practice in many Christian denominations where babies are baptized to cleanse them of original sin and welcome them into the church community. Different denominations have varying beliefs about the significance and necessity of infant baptism, with some viewing it as essential for salvation and others as a symbolic act. The Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Church, and some Protestant denominations practice infant baptism, while others, like Baptists and some Evangelical churches, believe in believer's baptism, where individuals are baptized only after making a personal profession of faith.
Why do some christians baptize their young and not others?
The reason that some churches baptize infants and some do not depends upon what their understanding of baptism is and upon what conditions it is offered. Speaking generally.... The churches who not baptize infants practice "believers baptism", that is, the recipient must be of an age where they can choose to be baptized or not by themselves. They see baptism as a sign of the Christian's public profession of faith. Baptism in turn is primarily seen as a dying to sin and a rising with Christ, which is why these same churches frequently baptized by immersion. Churches who baptize infants see baptism as a mark of God's grace freely offered to us without any preconditions on on own (such as a renunciation of sin and a choosing of Christ). It is a mark of God's love, God's claim, on the infant, and is a visible sign that the infant is included in God's family. In many churches the infants parents must be Christians and promise to bring the child up in the Christian faith.
Why do Christians not baptize their babies?
I'm not sure where you got this idea from. Most Christian denominations practise baptism and of those that do, many baptise infants. Those who do not are baptised as adults. In the Roman Catholic Church. and the Anglican Church, baptism of babies is widely practised, and a further service of 'confirmation' is held once the child is old enough to make a commitment to Christ himself - usually iin his or her teen years, although confirmation of adults is also common. Many Christian denominations bring their infant children to their place of worship for baptism taking upon themselves the responsibility to live a "Christian Life". Others wait until the individual is ready to accept Christ individually and then they are baptized. St. Paul writes "There is one faith, one Lord, one baptism." The Roman Catholic Church recognizes all Trinitarian baptism as valid Baptism.
Is it a cardinal sin not to baptize your infant?
It is not a sin nor is it required to baptize your infant. In fact, baptism loses some of its importance and symbolism when preformed on an infant by the will of the infant's parents. This is because baptism is supposed to be a choice of a believer in Christ and is preformed when convicted to do so but not forced by others. Although it is very important for a Christian to go through baptism, it is something they must do on their own accord. Also, baptism represents the renewal of oneself in the immersion of Christ and brings a person into the body of Christ. Therefore, as a parent, one can only raise a child with the right values and beliefs in hopes that he will one day come to the decision of coming to Christ and getting baptized on his own, not make the decision for him.
Which was the main idea of anabaptists?
The government should leave people alone.
Is baptism by immersion the only way to be saved?
Different Christian denominations have different beliefs about baptism. Some believe that baptism by immersion is the only valid form of baptism, while others accept other modes, such as pouring or sprinkling. Ultimately, most Christians believe that salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ, rather than the specific mode of baptism.
Do Methodists believe in infant baptism?
AnswerYes, Congregationalists practice infant baptism.AnswerI'm not sure what Congregationalists are, but the Bible never mentions infant baptism. The only baptism in the Bible is full water submersion as a consentual adult. CODICILE: Full water baptism is never mentioned either...mainly because the VOLUME of water used is unimportant. Infant baptism is hinted at when (I believe) Cornelius is baptised "along with his whole family." On might assume there was a baby tucked in there somewhere. These doctrinal issues are so unimportant to the core fundamental issues: Do you believe you are a sinner? Do you repent? Do you have enough humility to realize that man could NEVER connect with God? ...that God had to make the connection by coming Himself in the flesh as Jesus Christ? If 'yes' then "today you will be with Him in paradise."
Can there or should be only one baptism by water in the Methodist?
That depends on your religion. Some religions, such as Catholics, hold a baptism by "sprinkling" an infant, and occasionally an adult will ask for a second. Others, such as the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints ("Mormons"), will refuse a second baptism because the ordinance is not granted until the member is eight or older and has chosen to join.
