Author William Mann's Newly Released "Circumcised by Water" Is a Baptist Response to the Practice of Infant Baptism
"Circumcised By Water" from Christian faith Publishing author William Mann is a thought-provoking treatise that represents a serious challenge to the age-old practice of infant baptism. A gritty, in-depth effort to counter each and every support used in its defense, this controversial works is sure to invoke a passionate response from those who continue to maintain its legitimacy.
MEADVILLE, Pa., Oct. 2, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "Circumcised By Water" is a works by author William Mann that offers a definitive look into a hot-button issue that has plagued the church for centuries: Who is the proper recipient of the sacrament of baptism? Over a decade in the making, this resource takes us into the shadowy realm where tradition, history and biblical interpretation all merge together in order to support one of the most enduring divisions even laid upon the modern Church of Christ - the baptism of infants.
As William states: "If you thought that the ceremonial washing you endured as a baby had anything to do with the actual blood that dripped down from the cross, you would be sadly mistaken. While everyone may recognize the power of the cross in allowing us to stand upright in the presence of God, how can baptism signify this relationship when bestowed upon those whose memory has yet to form? Isn't it our faith that enters us into His body - the church?"
Carefully assembled as a resource that looks into this issue from a rich multitude of avenues, this book seeks to follow the biblical testimony regarding the true nature of our relationship with God. Along the way, it will touch upon what this practice has changed about our relationship to God under the cross, the role birthright plays within, and perhaps most importantly, our fidelity to the blood of that was shed there. A comprehensive effort in returning jurisdiction over the baptismal waters back to the priesthood of Christ, this works will possess lasting value for anyone who desires a penetrating glimpse at the state of the church today.
William continues: "Who doesn't like a good controversy? While this book will likely give a genuine fit to many pastors and theologians, the fact remains that the biblical testimony concerning baptism never needed to be supplemented by circumcision. The use of this ancient arrangement to support infant participation represents perhaps the greatest sleight-of-hand the church has ever attempted upon its members. With all the deficiencies that are built in to this kind of service, it's a true wonder that it still continues in our day and age. From its historical origins, spiritual realities and harsh consequences, the practice of infant baptism must therefore be revealed for what it is - and is not."
Published by Christian Faith Publishing, William Mann's new book is an invaluable resource for any person of faith seeking a greater understanding of the nature of their relationship with God.
Readers can purchase "Circumcised by Water" at traditional brick and mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.
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