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1 crazy suggestion about Matthew 28:19-20 that just might solve the baptism debate
Did you know there is a debate about whether we are supposed to be baptized “In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:19-20) OR “in the name of Jesus”?
Yes, we Christians argue over some silly things.
In my book, Dying to Religion and Empire, I talk about how some Christians view baptism as a magical incantation in which the right words need to be said in order for the magic spell to actually work. The whole thing is ridiculous.
But when Christians think that baptism is required to gain eternal life, then it also becomes important to make sure that…
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