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Holy Baptism, Page 2

The Benefits of Baptism-Part 1

Johann Gerhard begins his Meditation XVII by saying, “Baptism is a Holy Washing.” Here’s how he proclaims the benefits of Baptism and what makes this washing so holy. Source: Sacred Meditations by Johann Gerhard, pages 93-94. http://media.blubrry.com/sacredmeditations/sacredmeditations.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/JGSM004-The-Benefits-of-Baptism-1-2.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | RSS | More

A Prayer with 2 Corinthians 7

When Jesus proclaimed, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand,” He willed that the entire life of the Christian be one of ongoing repentance. We pray Him to lead us in our daily dying to sin and daily arising to live with Him in righteousness and purity forever. …

A Prayer with Galatians 3:23-4:11

God sent His Son to be born under the law to redeem us were under the law. We give Him our thankfulness and praise for adopting us as heirs of His promises through Baptism into Christ. Source: “Sacred Meditations Collects” (Daily Lectionary found in Lutheran Service Book, pages 299-304 or …