Sacraments

Question 1

What is baptism, and what does it signify?

Answer 1

Baptism is a New Testament sign, given by Christ, signifying God’s covenant of grace.

Question 2

Who should be baptized?

Answer 2

Those who profess faith in Christ and their children should be baptized.

Question 3

Is it necessary to be immersed to be baptized?

Answer 3

Immersion is not to be baptized, but it is a valid mode.

Question 4

What is the meaning of the Lord’s Supper?

Answer 4

The Lord’s Supper signifies Christ’s death and seals the benefits of salvation to believers.

Question 5

Why is the Lord’s Supper not to be administered privately?

Answer 5

The Lord’s Supper is not to be administered privately because it is a participation in the body and the blood of Christ.

Question 6

In what way is Christ present in the Lord’s Supper?

Answer 6

Christ is present in the Lord’s Supper through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.