Baptism

Intro	The Baptism of Our Lord Significance of John's baptism      - as it applies to Jesus      - and what that means for us.
#1	What is Baptism?  Why Baptize?     Christ's command & promise     Is baptism symbolic or effective?     Is baptism an ordinance or a sacrament?     Is baptism necessary for salvation?
#2	Baptize Who and When?     Can babies believe?     What is "saving faith"?     What is the "age of accountability"?
#3	Baptize How?     Immersion vs sprinkling?     How much water is necessary for baptism?     How can water do such great things?     Who can administer baptism?
#4	Does Baptism Really Work?     Why do many who were baptized as infants fall away?     Does baptism offer "eternal security?"     Martin Luther's defense of infant baptism     Responsibilities of "godparents"
#5	After Baptism, Then What?     Is baptism just a "ticket to heaven"?     Daily dying to sin & rising in Christ     What is the "Little Exorcism"?

Martin Luther's Small Catechism: Baptism
Martin Luther's Large Catechism: Baptism