Baptism: A Fruit of Righteousness
Matthew 3:5-10
Points from the passage:
1. True baptism points to the confession of sin.
2. Unrighteous church leaders infect others with religious poison.
3. Righteousness requires repentance.
4. Status is worthless without righteousness.
5. God will not tolerate fruitless lives.
The Main Point of the passage: Baptism is a fruit of righteousness following confession and repentance.
If you are a Christian:
1. Continue to confess and repent.
2. Balance righteousness with humility.
3. Consider being baptized.
4. Exhibit the fruits of the Spirit.
