Baptism

Choice 3: Romans 6. Baptism

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1.    Review Romans 6:1–13 and answer the following questions in writing: 

What must be done with sin before baptism can occur?

         Sin must be destroyed.  Romans 6:6 “…henceforth we should not serve sin”

What events from Christ’s life are symbolized in baptism?

Christ’s death, burial and resurrection.

Considering this symbolism, why couldn’t someone be baptized by sprinkling?

True faithful baptism is a whole renewal.  Just like Christ’s body that was resurrected.  We must be rid of all our sins and that is why our whole body goes under the water. 

What do these verses teach us about how we can maintain the “newness of life”?

After we are baptized our sins are washed away. It is a renewal and we are able to start our life again.  Our sins are no more.

According to Mosiah 3:19, what part of us would ideally die at baptism?

The natural man

2.    Study Romans 6:14–23. Write a paragraph that describes how we know whose servant we are. Then write a statement identifying the true source of freedom.

We obey our Heavenly Father and so we are his servants.  We are here to further the work of the Lord. 

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Forgiveness

Choice 2  Corinthians 2:1-11 Forgiveness

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2 Corinthians 2:1-11; Matthew 6:14-15; Doctrine and Covenants 64:9-10.  

What were the people of Corinth commanded to do "if any have caused grief"?

Forgive those who have caused you grief and suffer with your fellow men.  

What blessings do we see if we forgive?

Our Heavenly Father will forgive us also 

We will be following God's commandment

We can receive comfort from God

What is the danger in failing to forgive?

If we do not forgive our fellow men, Heavenly Father will not forgive us

We will stand condemned before the Lord

Our sin is much greater

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The Impact of Example

Choice 1 :1 Corinthians 4:2,9-17; 8:9-13 The impact of Example

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1 Corinthians 4:2 What is required of the servants of the Lord?

That man may be found faithful.

1 Corinthians 4:9-17  Name the group specifically selected to examples.  

The Apostles

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How does being a good example apply to more than this group?

We all need to be an example to teach the gospel throughout the world.  

Alma 39:11-12 Why is it not enough just to know what is right?

Its another way to led away from destruction.  A way we show our faith is by acting.  As we show the Lord that we can follow the commandments, we will build our faith and build others faith.  

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3 Nephi 8:1  Describe what additional power come to those who live what they know.

Many miracles in the name of Jesus can happen. 

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