[boatbums]

I think some people, whenever they see the word “baptism”, think it must always mean water baptism as in the sacrament of “Baptism”. This is a misunderstanding since those who have trusted in Jesus Christ as Savior are baptized in the Holy Spirit. Born of water vs. born of the Spirit. Obviously, a little baby could not understand such things, so this is why the rite of water baptism is reserved for after a profession of faith is made. This is how it was described and taught from the beginning. Those who believed were then water baptized and those who could not be water baptized - like the thief on the cross - were still saved because being baptized in the Spirit happens regardless of outward acts.

[caww]

I’ve heard an interesting take on “born of water”....referencing when a womans “water” breaks prior to delivery. “Born of water”. Born of the flesh.

Yes, what you said is true...so I suppose people should clarify which Baptism they’re referencing. That’s not always clear.

[one Lord one faith one baptism]

ah, but the Scriptures say there is only ONE baptism, not 2 or 3.