There are two stages of baptism for the present day believer: the spiritual (Spirit baptism) and the physical (water baptism). What are some characteristics that would distinguish the two in scripture?
A verse by verse outline of Romans 5:1-11. The first three chapters declared all under sin. Chapter 4 presented the fact that justification is by faith so along comes chapter 5 that tells you the person that brings justification.
A verse by verse outline on Romans 2:1-29. Romans 2 declares that not only were the Gentiles under sin but the judgment extended to the Jews also.
Believers have a responsibility to walk according to wisdom.
This passage tells of the change in how God revealed His truth from the times of the Old Testament to the times of the New Testament. In the OT, He gave His revelation through the prophets. In the NT, He revealed Himself through His Son.
