Why Trinitarian Baptism?

I. Sermon introduction:
Romans 6:3 'Baptised into Jesus Christ'

1). Baptism is a sign of union.
How does baptism signify union with Jesus Christ?

• the meaning of 'to baptise'.
• the ceremonial OT baptisms.
• Pharisaical baptisms.
• baptism unto Moses.

2). Baptised into Christ's death.
Rom 6:3. Baptism signifies the union with Christ that died and rose again - the mode here not referred to.

3). Our baptism is a fact to be referred back to.

II. Baptism vows and administration.

III. Main sermon:
Matt 28:18-20 'Why Trinitarian Baptism?'

1). One name because one God
2). Three Persons in one God
3). The Triune God saves

• All three Persons are active in the salvation of every elect sinner.
• Union with Christ is union with the Triune Godhead, Eph 2:18.
• We are to use the fact and meaning of our baptism.