About this episode

David Cipriano discusses the implications of baptism for salvation, using the story of Cornelius as a key example.

If baptism saves, then how can you explain this Bible story? Today, I’ll show you what I think is the #1 example that proves that baptism is not required for salvation. And no, it is not the story of the thief on the cross. Related Videos: Is Baptism Required for Salvation? — https://youtu.be/2xPTVTw3UJM Is “Once Saved, Always Saved” Biblical? — https://youtu.be/jdUhGU_FSzM Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and I’m a youth pastor with a passion for expository teaching, biblical theology, and Christian apologetics. Follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads: @itsdavidcipriano Follow me on X: @itsdavidcip 0:00 Intro 1:15 Does the thief on the cross actually disprove baptismal regeneration? 3:13 The story of Cornelius 6:36 Baptism of desire: why I don’t believe in it, and why it doesn’t explain Cornelius 8:55 What the story of Cornelius proves about baptism 9:46 What about Mark 16:16, 1 Peter 3:21, and Acts 2:38? Bible passages in this video: Acts 11:13-14, Acts 10:44-48, Romans 8:9, Ephesians 1:13, Mark 16:16, 1 Peter 3:21, Acts 2:38 All verses are in the King James Version (KJV). I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith! Buy clothing that helps you share the gospel, and save 15% with my…

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Host: David Cipriano

Topics covered

• baptism
• salvation
• Christian theology
• expository teaching
• biblical interpretation

Keywords

• baptism
• salvation
• Cornelius
• the thief on the cross
• Christian apologetics
• biblical theology

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