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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

The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army

Other Protestant

Nuanced

Matthew 28:19 is Scripture but Salvation Army does not practice water baptism

Salvation Army interprets Matthew 28:19 nuanced. While affirming verse as Scripture and significance in tradition Army does not administer water baptism. Emphasizes spiritual baptism.\n\nArmy believes inward reality (Holy Spirit work) more important than outward sign. Members receive whatever baptism chosen but Army focuses on Spirit transformation and pursuing holiness.

Scripture References

Sources

  • Salvation Army Handbook on Baptism
  • Wesley on Means of Grace
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