Lesson 6: A Study of Romans 6:3-4 Lesson 6: A Study of Romans 6:3-4

Baptism: Unwatered-down What are we talking about? By Definition—Immersion in WaterBy Definition—Immersion in Water An Important Bible SubjectAn Important Bible Subject The “One Baptism” (Eph. 4:5)The “One Baptism” (Eph. 4:5) A Serious Study!A Serious Study! –Water baptism of the Great Commission is tied in some way to salvation. That’s undeniable! –WHAT IS IT’S PURPOSE? –What does it have to do (if anything) with my salvation? By Definition—Immersion in WaterBy Definition—Immersion in Water An Important Bible SubjectAn Important Bible Subject The “One Baptism” (Eph. 4:5)The “One Baptism” (Eph. 4:5) A Serious Study!A Serious Study! –Water baptism of the Great Commission is tied in some way to salvation. That’s undeniable! –WHAT IS IT’S PURPOSE? –What does it have to do (if anything) with my salvation?

Wash away sins Be baptized Acts 22:16 Remission of sins Repent Be baptized Acts 2:38 Saved from sins Believe Be baptized Mark 16:15-16 Christian New rela. w/ God Be baptized Matt. 28:18-20

“Bapt-” words in N.T. = 114 times in 91 verses

1Pet. 3:21 Col. 2:12 Eph. 4:5 Gal. 3:27 1Co. 12:13 1Co. 1:17 1Co. 1:16 1Co. 1:15 1Co. 1:14 1Co. 1:13 Ro. 6:4 Ro. 6:3 Ac. 8:36 Ac. 19:5 Ac. 8:16 Ac. 8:13 Ac. 8:12 Ac. 2:41 Ac. 18:8 Ac. 2:38 Ac. 16:33 Ac. 16:15 Ac. 11:16 Ac. 10:48 Ac. 10:47 Ac. 9:18 Ac. 8:38 Mt. 28:19 Baptism: Unwatered-down Let’s Study What the Bible Says! Mk. 16:16 Ac. 22:16

Rom 6:2 How shall we who died to sin live any longer in it? 3 Or do you not know that as many of us as were baptized… Rom 6:2 How shall we who died to sin live any longer in it? 3 Or do you not know that as many of us as were baptized… Christians have “died to sin.” Christians were once dead “in sin,” but not any longer. Paul’s statements about baptism & conversion also apply to his baptism & conversion.

Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Rom 6:3 Or do you not know that as many of us as were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death? 1.Baptism is the only way “into Christ.” “Into” from the Greek word “eis” (cf. Ac. 2:38)“Into” from the Greek word “eis” (cf. Ac. 2:38) -“Eis” is always prospective (looking forward), “indicating motion into a thing” (BDAG 288). -“to bring by baptism into fellowship with Christ” (Thayer 94) There are no degrees—one is either in or outThere are no degrees—one is either in or out The Bible only gives one way “into Christ” and that is baptism (Rom. 6:3; Gal. 3:27).The Bible only gives one way “into Christ” and that is baptism (Rom. 6:3; Gal. 3:27). 1.Baptism is the only way “into Christ.” “Into” from the Greek word “eis” (cf. Ac. 2:38)“Into” from the Greek word “eis” (cf. Ac. 2:38) -“Eis” is always prospective (looking forward), “indicating motion into a thing” (BDAG 288). -“to bring by baptism into fellowship with Christ” (Thayer 94) There are no degrees—one is either in or outThere are no degrees—one is either in or out The Bible only gives one way “into Christ” and that is baptism (Rom. 6:3; Gal. 3:27).The Bible only gives one way “into Christ” and that is baptism (Rom. 6:3; Gal. 3:27). into Christ

Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Rom 6:3 Or do you not know that as many of us as were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death? 2. It is the only way “into His death.” The benefits of the death of Christ are essentialThe benefits of the death of Christ are essential only obtained when one is baptized into (eis) them. Salvation from sin requires the cleansing power of Christ’s blood (Rev. 1:5; 1 Pt. 1:18-22; 1 Jn. 1:7).Salvation from sin requires the cleansing power of Christ’s blood (Rev. 1:5; 1 Pt. 1:18-22; 1 Jn. 1:7). One is either redeemed by the blood of Christ or he is lost—there is NO middle ground.One is either redeemed by the blood of Christ or he is lost—there is NO middle ground. Thus, there must be a precise moment when one moves from being lost to being redeemed.Thus, there must be a precise moment when one moves from being lost to being redeemed. Can one be saved OUTSIDE the death of Christ?Can one be saved OUTSIDE the death of Christ? If so, then Jesus died a useless death! 2. It is the only way “into His death.” The benefits of the death of Christ are essentialThe benefits of the death of Christ are essential only obtained when one is baptized into (eis) them. Salvation from sin requires the cleansing power of Christ’s blood (Rev. 1:5; 1 Pt. 1:18-22; 1 Jn. 1:7).Salvation from sin requires the cleansing power of Christ’s blood (Rev. 1:5; 1 Pt. 1:18-22; 1 Jn. 1:7). One is either redeemed by the blood of Christ or he is lost—there is NO middle ground.One is either redeemed by the blood of Christ or he is lost—there is NO middle ground. Thus, there must be a precise moment when one moves from being lost to being redeemed.Thus, there must be a precise moment when one moves from being lost to being redeemed. Can one be saved OUTSIDE the death of Christ?Can one be saved OUTSIDE the death of Christ? If so, then Jesus died a useless death! into His death &&

Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Rom 6:3 Or do you not know that as many of us as were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death? 2. It is the only way “into His death.” into His death We are “baptized into His death” (Rom. 6:3). (NOT believe into or repent into) We are “baptized into His death” (Rom. 6:3). (NOT believe into or repent into) We are “baptized into Christ…into His death” (Rom. 6:3). Christ shed His blood in His death (John 19:34). “In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins” (Eph. 1:7). Christ’s blood was “shed…for the remission of sins” (Matt. 26:28). To be saved, we must be “washed from our sins in His own blood” (Rev. 1:5).

Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Rom 6:4 Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. 3. Baptism is a burial. By definition it means to dip, immerse, submergeBy definition it means to dip, immerse, submerge By example it requires going into the water and coming out of the water (Mk 1:10; Ac. 8:38-39)By example it requires going into the water and coming out of the water (Mk 1:10; Ac. 8:38-39) By practice it requires “much water” (Jn. 3:23)By practice it requires “much water” (Jn. 3:23) By explanation & use in Romans 6:4 it signifies “to bury with or together” (only in Romans 6:4 and Colossians 2:12)By explanation & use in Romans 6:4 it signifies “to bury with or together” (only in Romans 6:4 and Colossians 2:12) 3. Baptism is a burial. By definition it means to dip, immerse, submergeBy definition it means to dip, immerse, submerge By example it requires going into the water and coming out of the water (Mk 1:10; Ac. 8:38-39)By example it requires going into the water and coming out of the water (Mk 1:10; Ac. 8:38-39) By practice it requires “much water” (Jn. 3:23)By practice it requires “much water” (Jn. 3:23) By explanation & use in Romans 6:4 it signifies “to bury with or together” (only in Romans 6:4 and Colossians 2:12)By explanation & use in Romans 6:4 it signifies “to bury with or together” (only in Romans 6:4 and Colossians 2:12) buried

Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Rom 6:4 Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. 4. Prepositions demand its essentiality. “…Buried together WITH Him.”“…Buried together WITH Him.” -When are we united with Christ? Is it essential? “…Buried together THROUGH baptism.”“…Buried together THROUGH baptism.” -Baptism is the means by which one is united with Him. Is it essential? “…Buried together INTO death.”“…Buried together INTO death.” -In repentance, we die to the practice of sin. -In baptism, we die to sin (its eternal consequences). -Can one be out of “death to sin” & still be saved? 4. Prepositions demand its essentiality. “…Buried together WITH Him.”“…Buried together WITH Him.” -When are we united with Christ? Is it essential? “…Buried together THROUGH baptism.”“…Buried together THROUGH baptism.” -Baptism is the means by which one is united with Him. Is it essential? “…Buried together INTO death.”“…Buried together INTO death.” -In repentance, we die to the practice of sin. -In baptism, we die to sin (its eternal consequences). -Can one be out of “death to sin” & still be saved? buried

Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Rom 6:4 Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. 5. Its PURPOSE is “newness of life.” “That” (Gk, hina) denotes purpose or result.“That” (Gk, hina) denotes purpose or result. “Newness of life” is the focal point of the text.“Newness of life” is the focal point of the text. The PURPOSE of being “buried with Him through baptism” is to be “raised…walk in newness of life.”The PURPOSE of being “buried with Him through baptism” is to be “raised…walk in newness of life.” When one dies, is buried & raised, he does not begin the old life again. He begins a NEW life!When one dies, is buried & raised, he does not begin the old life again. He begins a NEW life! The new life entails freedom from sin (v. 2, 7).The new life entails freedom from sin (v. 2, 7). 5. Its PURPOSE is “newness of life.” “That” (Gk, hina) denotes purpose or result.“That” (Gk, hina) denotes purpose or result. “Newness of life” is the focal point of the text.“Newness of life” is the focal point of the text. The PURPOSE of being “buried with Him through baptism” is to be “raised…walk in newness of life.”The PURPOSE of being “buried with Him through baptism” is to be “raised…walk in newness of life.” When one dies, is buried & raised, he does not begin the old life again. He begins a NEW life!When one dies, is buried & raised, he does not begin the old life again. He begins a NEW life! The new life entails freedom from sin (v. 2, 7).The new life entails freedom from sin (v. 2, 7). that

Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Notice the place of baptism in Rom Baptism is obeying the “form.” “We died to sin” (v. 2).“We died to sin” (v. 2). “We were buried with Him through baptism into death” (v. 4).“We were buried with Him through baptism into death” (v. 4). We were “raised [to] walk in newness of life” (v. 4).We were “raised [to] walk in newness of life” (v. 4). WHY?WHY? “Though you were slaves of sin…” (v. 17)“Though you were slaves of sin…” (v. 17) -“Were” is past tense—something happened -“The body of sin [was] done away with” (v. 6). -They were “no longer…slaves of sin” (v. 6). -They had “been freed from sin” (v. 7). -WHEN DID THIS HAPPEN? 6. Baptism is obeying the “form.” “We died to sin” (v. 2).“We died to sin” (v. 2). “We were buried with Him through baptism into death” (v. 4).“We were buried with Him through baptism into death” (v. 4). We were “raised [to] walk in newness of life” (v. 4).We were “raised [to] walk in newness of life” (v. 4). WHY?WHY? “Though you were slaves of sin…” (v. 17)“Though you were slaves of sin…” (v. 17) -“Were” is past tense—something happened -“The body of sin [was] done away with” (v. 6). -They were “no longer…slaves of sin” (v. 6). -They had “been freed from sin” (v. 7). -WHEN DID THIS HAPPEN? that -The reason He died, is the reason we die!

Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Notice the place of baptism in Rom Baptism is obeying the “form.” “Yet you obeyed from the heart…” (v. 17).“Yet you obeyed from the heart…” (v. 17). -“Obeyed” is past tense—they had already done this. WHAT HAD THEY OBEYED?WHAT HAD THEY OBEYED? “You obeyed…that form of doctrine” (v. 17).“You obeyed…that form of doctrine” (v. 17). -“Form” = a model or pattern to be followed -They were “delivered” to the “form/pattern”? WHAT PATTERN WAS DELIVERED?WHAT PATTERN WAS DELIVERED? “For I delivered to you first of all that which I also received: that Christ died for our sins… that He was buried, and that He rose again…” (1 Cor. 15:3-4).“For I delivered to you first of all that which I also received: that Christ died for our sins… that He was buried, and that He rose again…” (1 Cor. 15:3-4). 6. Baptism is obeying the “form.” “Yet you obeyed from the heart…” (v. 17).“Yet you obeyed from the heart…” (v. 17). -“Obeyed” is past tense—they had already done this. WHAT HAD THEY OBEYED?WHAT HAD THEY OBEYED? “You obeyed…that form of doctrine” (v. 17).“You obeyed…that form of doctrine” (v. 17). -“Form” = a model or pattern to be followed -They were “delivered” to the “form/pattern”? WHAT PATTERN WAS DELIVERED?WHAT PATTERN WAS DELIVERED? “For I delivered to you first of all that which I also received: that Christ died for our sins… that He was buried, and that He rose again…” (1 Cor. 15:3-4).“For I delivered to you first of all that which I also received: that Christ died for our sins… that He was buried, and that He rose again…” (1 Cor. 15:3-4). that -The reason He died, is the reason we die!

Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Notice the place of baptism in Rom Baptism is obeying the “form.” that -The reason He died, is the reason we die! Living Died Buried Raised Lived Again Living in sin Died to sin Buried with Him thru baptism with Him thru baptism Raised w/ Him Newness of life Apart from sin

Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Notice the place of baptism in Rom Baptism is obeying the “form.” Just as Christ died, when one is converted, he dies to his old ways in repentance (6:2-3).Just as Christ died, when one is converted, he dies to his old ways in repentance (6:2-3). Just as Christ was buried, when one is converted, he is immersed in the watery grave of baptism, having his sins separated from him by the blood of Jesus (6:3).Just as Christ was buried, when one is converted, he is immersed in the watery grave of baptism, having his sins separated from him by the blood of Jesus (6:3). Just as Christ was raised, when one is converted, he is raised to walk in newness of life, apart from sin (6:4, 6-7).Just as Christ was raised, when one is converted, he is raised to walk in newness of life, apart from sin (6:4, 6-7). Just as Christ lived a new life unto God, when one is converted, the old man has been crucified and he is in a new life, alive unto God (6:4, 6, 11).Just as Christ lived a new life unto God, when one is converted, the old man has been crucified and he is in a new life, alive unto God (6:4, 6, 11). 6. Baptism is obeying the “form.” Just as Christ died, when one is converted, he dies to his old ways in repentance (6:2-3).Just as Christ died, when one is converted, he dies to his old ways in repentance (6:2-3). Just as Christ was buried, when one is converted, he is immersed in the watery grave of baptism, having his sins separated from him by the blood of Jesus (6:3).Just as Christ was buried, when one is converted, he is immersed in the watery grave of baptism, having his sins separated from him by the blood of Jesus (6:3). Just as Christ was raised, when one is converted, he is raised to walk in newness of life, apart from sin (6:4, 6-7).Just as Christ was raised, when one is converted, he is raised to walk in newness of life, apart from sin (6:4, 6-7). Just as Christ lived a new life unto God, when one is converted, the old man has been crucified and he is in a new life, alive unto God (6:4, 6, 11).Just as Christ lived a new life unto God, when one is converted, the old man has been crucified and he is in a new life, alive unto God (6:4, 6, 11). that -The reason He died, is the reason we die!

Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Rom 6:4 Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. 7. It is placed, in order, before new life. God placed baptism before newness of life.God placed baptism before newness of life. This is a new life that is (by definition of kainotes) in contrast to the old life that has been “crucified” and “done away with” (v. 6).This is a new life that is (by definition of kainotes) in contrast to the old life that has been “crucified” and “done away with” (v. 6). It is a life (“in Christ”) that has never existed before, and baptism is what marks the beginning.It is a life (“in Christ”) that has never existed before, and baptism is what marks the beginning. Anyone who says otherwise, changes His order.Anyone who says otherwise, changes His order. 7. It is placed, in order, before new life. God placed baptism before newness of life.God placed baptism before newness of life. This is a new life that is (by definition of kainotes) in contrast to the old life that has been “crucified” and “done away with” (v. 6).This is a new life that is (by definition of kainotes) in contrast to the old life that has been “crucified” and “done away with” (v. 6). It is a life (“in Christ”) that has never existed before, and baptism is what marks the beginning.It is a life (“in Christ”) that has never existed before, and baptism is what marks the beginning. Anyone who says otherwise, changes His order.Anyone who says otherwise, changes His order. raised newness of life buried raised newness of life

Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 Rom 6:17-18 …you obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine to which you were delivered. And having been set free from sin It is placed, in order, before free from sin. God placed baptism before freedom from sin.God placed baptism before freedom from sin. “Having been set free” is an aorist participle that indicates antecedent action to the main verb, thus it happened “AFTER.”“Having been set free” is an aorist participle that indicates antecedent action to the main verb, thus it happened “AFTER.” One cannot be free from sin until after DBR.One cannot be free from sin until after DBR. -D + B + R = Freedom from sin -The very reason Jesus DBR is the reason we do! Anyone who says otherwise, changes His order.Anyone who says otherwise, changes His order. 8. It is placed, in order, before free from sin. God placed baptism before freedom from sin.God placed baptism before freedom from sin. “Having been set free” is an aorist participle that indicates antecedent action to the main verb, thus it happened “AFTER.”“Having been set free” is an aorist participle that indicates antecedent action to the main verb, thus it happened “AFTER.” One cannot be free from sin until after DBR.One cannot be free from sin until after DBR. -D + B + R = Freedom from sin -The very reason Jesus DBR is the reason we do! Anyone who says otherwise, changes His order.Anyone who says otherwise, changes His order. set free from sin obeyed set free from sin obeyed MAIN VERB

Answering Objections Someone says: “The baptism of Romans 6:3-4 is not water baptism, but rather Holy Spirit baptism, thus it cannot be proven that water baptism has anything to do with entering into Christ or a new life in Him.” Ephesians 4:5 plainly states there is one baptism.Ephesians 4:5 plainly states there is one baptism. -Cannot have both water baptism & H.S. baptism. -Establish one and you eliminate the other. The element in which a person is buried in Romans 6 is the same element out of which he must be raised (6:3-4; Col. 2:12).The element in which a person is buried in Romans 6 is the same element out of which he must be raised (6:3-4; Col. 2:12). -If it’s the Holy Spirit, then after being immersed in the Holy Spirit, the person would be raised out of it and no longer be in it. That doesn’t fit! -Only fits water baptism—going in and coming out. Someone says: “The baptism of Romans 6:3-4 is not water baptism, but rather Holy Spirit baptism, thus it cannot be proven that water baptism has anything to do with entering into Christ or a new life in Him.” Ephesians 4:5 plainly states there is one baptism. -C-C-C-Cannot have both water baptism & H.S. baptism. -E-E-E-Establish one and you eliminate the other. The element in which a person is buried in Romans 6 is the same element out of which he must be raised (6:3-4; Col. 2:12). -I-I-I-If it’s the Holy Spirit, then after being immersed in the Holy Spirit, the person would be raised out of it and no longer be in it. That doesn’t fit! -O-O-O-Only fits water baptism—going in and coming out.

Answering Objections Someone says: “The baptism of Romans 6:3-4 is not water baptism, but rather Holy Spirit baptism, thus it cannot be proven that water baptism has anything to do with entering into Christ or a new life in Him.” Men cannot administer Holy Spirit baptism.Men cannot administer Holy Spirit baptism. -Yet, baptism of the Great Commission is commanded to be administered by man (man-adm. teaching & man-adm. baptizing). Cannot be H.S. baptism! If Holy Spirit baptism is in force today, then its powers and manifestations would also be in force.If Holy Spirit baptism is in force today, then its powers and manifestations would also be in force. -Cannot have H.S. baptism w/o the results attending it. Otherwise, how would you know you have it? -Indwelling of the Holy Spirit is NOT the same thing as baptism of the Holy Spirit. Someone says: “The baptism of Romans 6:3-4 is not water baptism, but rather Holy Spirit baptism, thus it cannot be proven that water baptism has anything to do with entering into Christ or a new life in Him.” Men cannot administer Holy Spirit baptism.Men cannot administer Holy Spirit baptism. -Yet, baptism of the Great Commission is commanded to be administered by man (man-adm. teaching & man-adm. baptizing). Cannot be H.S. baptism! If Holy Spirit baptism is in force today, then its powers and manifestations would also be in force.If Holy Spirit baptism is in force today, then its powers and manifestations would also be in force. -Cannot have H.S. baptism w/o the results attending it. Otherwise, how would you know you have it? -Indwelling of the Holy Spirit is NOT the same thing as baptism of the Holy Spirit.

Answering Objections Ralph Earle (in his Word Meanings in the N.T.) says: “The preposition eis usually means ‘into.’ But this rendering does not fit some passages” (p. 164). A.T. Robertson (in his Word Pictures of the N.T.) says: “The translation ‘into’ makes Paul say that the union with Christ was brought to pass by means of baptism, which is not the idea, for Paul was not a sacramentarian” (IV: 361). “Into” from the Greek word “eis” (cf. Ac. 2:38)“Into” from the Greek word “eis” (cf. Ac. 2:38) -“Eis” is always prospective (looking forward), “indicating motion into a thing” (BDAG 288). -“to bring by baptism into fellowship with Christ” (Thayer 94) -See Lesson 4 notes on Acts 2:38 for full discussion. Ralph Earle (in his Word Meanings in the N.T.) says: “The preposition eis usually means ‘into.’ But this rendering does not fit some passages” (p. 164). A.T. Robertson (in his Word Pictures of the N.T.) says: “The translation ‘into’ makes Paul say that the union with Christ was brought to pass by means of baptism, which is not the idea, for Paul was not a sacramentarian” (IV: 361). “Into” from the Greek word “eis” (cf. Ac. 2:38) -“-“-“-“Eis” is always prospective (looking forward), “indicating motion into a thing” (BDAG 288). -“-“-“-“to bring by baptism into fellowship with Christ” (Thayer 94) -S-S-S-See Lesson 4 notes on Acts 2:38 for full discussion.

Notice the place of baptism in Rom. 6 1.Baptism is the only way “into Christ.” 2.It is the only way “into His death.” 3.Baptism is a burial. 4.Prepositions demands its essentiality. 5.Its PURPOSE is “newness of life.” 6.Baptism is obeying the “form.” 7.It is placed, in order, before new life. 8.It is placed, in order, before free from sin. 1.Baptism is the only way “into Christ.” 2.It is the only way “into His death.” 3.Baptism is a burial. 4.Prepositions demands its essentiality. 5.Its PURPOSE is “newness of life.” 6.Baptism is obeying the “form.” 7.It is placed, in order, before new life. 8.It is placed, in order, before free from sin.

Get into Christ & blood New life, free from sin Buried in baptism Rom. 6:3-4, 17 Wash away sins Be baptized Acts 22:16 Remission of sins Repent Be baptized Acts 2:38 Saved from sins Believe Be baptized Mark 16:15-16 Christian New rela. w/ God Be baptized Matt. 28:18-20