Baptism

"I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire" Matthew 3:11

     Hey, it's Josh and I'm going to speak about baptism today.  There are two types of baptism:  with water and with the Holy Ghost.  Both types are very important for a Christian.  Baptism of the Holy Spirit is what happens when you are truly saved.  Baptism of water is probably what you think about when you hear "baptism."  It's when a pastor/baptist dunks you underwater and says, "I baptize you in the name of the Father, Son, and the Holy Ghost."  This baptism is like an outward expression of the baptism of the Holy Ghost, but even though it's a special milestone in a person's life, you don't have to have it.  Think about the thief on the cross next to Jesus:

"And one of the malefactors which were hanged railed on him, saying, If thou be Christ, save thyself and us. But the other answering rebuked him, saying, Dost not thou fear God, seeing thou art in the same condemnation? And we indeed justly; for we receive the due reward of our deeds: but this man hath done nothing amiss. And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom. And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, To day shalt thou be with me in paradise."  Luke 23:39-43

     He was saved without being baptized in water.



                                                      God bless you,
                                                                Josh

Bonds

Hey, it's Josh and over the past few days I've had an idea. I want to write down my thoughts on how humans bond with others and have them published. I have some really interesting ideas concerning how and why we bond with certain people, pets, etc. I was wondering what you think of my idea, so tell me what you think, offer some of your ideas, or share some biblical passages that you think would help. I have not began my research yet, so I am open for ideas at the moment. Any help you can offer is appreciated. Please comment.


God bless you,

Josh