Bible Discussion Thread

baptism is symbolic of us dying to our sins being burried with christ and resurected with Him as something new. but is also a commandment from Jesus and since we show Him we love Him by obeying His commandments it is necessary. i do not believe little children who are not old enough to grasp the real meaning behind it should be baptized. as with anything one should fully understand the significants behind it b4 doing it. there is an age of accountability but it varies because all children develope at different rates. when they can truely understand the scripture and the importance of obeying them then they can be held responsible for choosing to or not to adhere to them. i do not believe a baby who dies days after birth will go to hell for not being baptized.