Denying the resurrection not only makes Christianity meaningless but also has tragic consequences for a world subject to sin and death.

Baptism is an act of faith whereby the penitent sinner calls upon the name of the risen Lord Jesus to be saved.

The events in the book of Acts make it clear that baptism was understood as an essential part of conversion.

From the NT epistles passages on baptism we see that all the blessings of salvation are associated with baptism by faith.

Concluding Implications and Applications for Baptism as Calling on the Name of the Lord.

Resources to help you think more biblically about baptism and meaningful membership in the local church

Jesus is David’s root, David’s descendant, and Jacob’s star. In other words, he is the eternal God, the incarnate Son, and the exalted Lord.

Several implications can be drawn from Paul's hymn to love which we would do well to ponder as new creations in Christ.

While the word "adoption" is rare, the theme of adoption in to the family of God is woven throughout Scripture, from beginning to end.

In 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 Paul us reminds that our bodies are defiled by sexual immorality and the dwelling of the Holy Spirit.

In 1 Corinthians 6:12-17 Paul reminds us that our bodies are destined for resurrection and designed for union with Christ.

Poetry uniquely provides Christians with a way to learn about God and his gospel, to worship him, and to foster spiritual growth.

Righteous deception is an expression of shrewdness employed throughout Scripture by God’s people for God’s covenant purposes.

Because of our union with the risen Christ, we not only share in his death but also in his resurrection from the dead.

Just as the ark provided safety from the waters of judgment, we now have salvation from judgment through Jesus. And this is pictured and proclaimed in baptism.