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Some Thoughts on the Decline of Baptisms
Why have baptisms declined in recent years? Clifton and Hallock explore several contributing factors—from raising the theological bar for baptism to shifts in evangelistic practices and cultural polarization. They also discuss how fewer invitations, less evangelism training, and changing attitudes toward re-baptism may be affecting the numbers.
The conversation is honest, pastoral, and hopeful, calling churches back to evangelistic clarity and courage.
Key Topics
Higher theological standards for baptism
Re-baptism conversations
The decline of public invitations
Evangelism training gaps…
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