The Question: Is baptism merely a symbol, a requirement for salvation, or something else entirely? Key Verses & Explanation: Matthew 28:19 (The Command): "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." Explanation: Baptism is an explicit command from Jesus, making it a required act of obedience for...

Many wonder why a loving God would require such a violent act. Answer: Jesus died as a perfect sacrifice to pay the penalty for human sin, thus reconciling humanity to God.   Biblical Explanation: Sin's Penalty: The Bible states, "the wages of sin is death" (Romans 6:23). All humanity has sinned (Romans 3:23).   The Atonement: Jesus' death was a voluntary act to take on this...

God is the eternal, all-powerful (omnipotent), all-knowing (omniscient), all-present (omnipresent), and perfectly good Creator of all things. He exists as one God in three Persons: the Father, the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit (The Trinity).

The Bible teaches that upon physical death, the souls of believers go immediately to be with Christ (Heaven), while the souls of non-believers are separated from God awaiting final judgment (Hell). There will be a future bodily resurrection for all.