10. Baptism – Commentary on The Nicene Creed

“I acknowledge one baptism for the remission of sins.”

There is only “one baptism for the remission of sins.” That is the water baptism “in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” (Matt. 28:19).

Remission of sin is the erasing of sin, not just its forgiveness. Here it is clear that salvation and water baptism are linked. But it does not define the link. Was water baptism the altar call of the early church?

Also, not spelled out, was baptism for just adults, or for children as well. Was baptism for the church what circumcision was for Israel?

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Jay Forrest

Dr. Jay N. Forrest is an Ordained Interfaith Minister and Certified Meditation Teacher who guides others on the Mystic Way through contemplative teaching and interspiritual insight.Since becoming a Christian in 1983 and earning his Doctorate in Ministry, Jay has served within a rich range of Christian traditions—including Pentecostal, Charismatic, Baptist, Methodist, and Liberal Catholic churches—and provided compassionate care as a Hospice Chaplain.His journey has also led him through catechism studies with the Orthodox Church in America, minor orders in the Liberal Catholic Church, and over two decades of Buddhist study and practice. His path is one of depth, integration, and a lifelong dedication to the transformative power of spiritual practice.



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