Ephesians 4:5
Ephesians 4:5
One Lord, one faith, one baptism.
The Apostle Paul emphasizes the unity of the Church in Ephesians 4:5, reminding us that there is one Lord, one faith, and one baptism. These three elements represent the core foundation of the Christian life and the Church’s unity. There is no division in Christ; whether we are Jews or Gentiles, rich or poor, we all share in the same faith, under the same Lord, and through the same baptism. This baptism, whether in water or the Holy Spirit, unites us with Christ and with one another. As Christians, we are all baptized into one body, the body of Christ, and we are all partakers of the same spiritual inheritance. The unity of the Church is reflected in the one baptism that unites believers across all barriers—national, cultural, or economic. This verse is a call to embrace unity in the Church, grounded in our shared faith, baptism, and allegiance to Christ.
Acts 11:16
Then remembered I the word of the Lord, how that he said, John indeed baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost.
Matthew 3:13
Then cometh Jesus from Galilee to Jordan unto John, to be baptized of him.
Acts 22:16
And now why tarriest thou? arise, and be baptized, and wash away thy sins, calling on the name of the Lord.
Acts 2:41
Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls.