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...

Jesus' death on the cross is considered an atoning sacrifice. It satisfied God's justice for human sin, offering forgiveness and the way to eternal life to all who believe in Him (Romans 5:8, 2 Corinthians 5:21)

Answer: There are two main theological viewpoints based on different interpretations of Scripture: Eternal Security (Once Saved, Always Saved): A truly saved person, whom God has chosen, will be kept by God's power and cannot lose their salvation (e.g., John 10:28-29; Romans 8:38-39). Conditional Security: Salvation can be lost if a believer deliberately and permanently turns away from...

66 books (39 in the Old Testament, 27 in the New Testament). Note: Catholic and Orthodox Bibles include additional books in the Old Testament, often called the Apocrypha or Deuterocanonical books, totaling 73 or more.

Answer: The Gospel (meaning "Good News") is the message that God has provided a way for humanity to be reconciled to Him despite their sin. Salvation (being saved from the penalty of sin) is granted as a free gift through faith in Jesus Christ's finished work on the cross and his resurrection. Explanation: The Bible teaches that "all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans...