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Matthew 28:19 — "Baptize in the Name"

Whether the Trinitarian baptismal formula ('in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit') reflects Jesus's original words or a later liturgical development, and how it relates to Acts' 'in the name of Jesus' baptisms.

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Overall consensus81/100

Redeemed Christian Church of God

Redeemed Christian Church of God

African Independent

Affirms

Baptize in Father Son Holy Spirit; Trinitarian formula required

RCCG affirms Matthew 28:19 prescribes Trinitarian baptism formula. Baptism administered in this name alone; any other name invalid. Formula represents Trinitarian faith.\n\nRCCG practices believer baptism credobaptism by immersion. Trinitarian formula always used. Formula central to baptisms validity and meaning.

Scripture References

Sources

  • RCCG Manual on Baptism
  • RCCG theological statements
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