Opening Prayer
Means of Grace Word and Sacraments Ways in which God offers, gives and seals the forgiveness that Jesus won for us on the cross Word and Sacraments
What is a Sacrament? Commanded by God God’s Word and earthly elements Offers and gives forgiveness of sins
Sacrament of the Altar
“baptize” means “to apply water” How should the water be applied in Holy Baptism?
Is the water in Baptism different than other water?
Water and God’s Word
Who instituted Baptism?
How does God claim me as His child in Baptism?
Who normally baptizes?
Who should be baptized?
Why Baptize Babies? Part of “All Nations” Matthew 28:19 Acts 2:38-39
Why Baptize Babies? Sinful and need forgiveness Psalm 51:5 Acts 22:16 Mark 10:13-15
Why Baptize Babies? God offers forgiveness through Baptism
Why Baptize Babies? Infants can believe Matthew 18:6 Acts 16:15, 33
What passage is known as “The Great Commission?”
Why do we have sponsors when a child is baptized?
Discuss your baptism with your parents Discuss your baptism with your parents. Bring a report to the class next week along with any pictures you have from your baptism day. Vocabulary
Memory Work What is Baptism Memory Work What is Baptism? Baptism is not just plain water, but it is the water included in God’s command and combined with God’s Word. Acts 2:38 Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins.
Work on Life Verse Project 2. Due February 13!!!!
Closing Prayer