A comprehensive survey of the doctrine and practice of baptism in the first five centuries of Christian history, arranged geographically within chronological periods.

A discussion in favor of infant baptism.

Laurence H. Stookey sifts through the confusion and rhetoric to offer this practical, biblically sound guide to baptism.

Analyzes passages found in the New Testament that support the Christian practice of baptism.

Using the classic Counterpoints forum of presentation-critique-response, this insightful book explores four prominent views of baptism held by different branches of Protestantism: Baptist, Christian Church/Church of Christ, Lutheran, and ...