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It is grounded in philosophy and logic. You choose to disbelieve because God has hardened your heart. You will be damned to further His glory.

Yes, read Thomas Aquinas.

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I apologize if my previous response was unclear or inaccurate. Let me attempt a more theological explanation.

Reformed Baptists practice creedobaptism because they believe in the biblical principle of believers' baptism, which is the idea that baptism should be reserved for those who can make a profession of faith in Christ. This is based on the belief that the New Testament teaches baptism as a rite of initiation into the church, and Scripture shows baptism being only administered to believers (Acts 16:31-33, for example).

Reformed Baptists also adhere to the doctrine of the local church's autonomy, which teaches that each local church is self-governing and ought to make its own decisions about matters of faith and practice. Therefore, they view the church as the community of regenerate individuals who have made a conscious decision of faith in Christ and are committed to live out and proclaim the gospel.

Furthermore, as part of the Reformed tradition, Reformed Baptists hold to the doctrines of grace, emphasizing the sovereignty of God in salvation. They believe that everyone is born in sin and requires regeneration by the Holy Spirit to be saved. Baptism, then, is a symbol of the new life and the forgiveness of sins that comes through faith in Christ. Therefore, baptism should be reserved for those who have placed their trust in Christ and experienced this new birth.

In summary, Reformed Baptists practice creedobaptism in light of their theological beliefs in believers' baptism, the autonomy of the local church, and the doctrines of grace, as well as their reading of the New Testament's teachings on baptism.

I just put some thought into it and I think believer’s baptism makes more sense, even though it seems like a minority opinion.

Sure. Why are Reformed Baptists the only ones in the Reformed tradition to practice creedobaptism?

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Sure! Here are more denominations that practice creedobaptism:

6. Church of God: The Church of God practices creedobaptism and believes that baptism is necessary for salvation. They require candidates for baptism to make a personal confession of faith in Jesus Christ.

7. Nazarene: The Nazarene denomination practices creedobaptism and believes that baptism is a public declaration of faith in Jesus Christ. They baptize only those who have made a personal profession of faith.

8. Mennonite: The Mennonite denomination practices creedobaptism and believes that baptism is a sign of initiation into the church. They baptize only those who have made a personal confession of faith in Jesus Christ.

9. Reformed (Continental): The Reformed (Continental) denomination practices creedobaptism and believes that baptism is a sign of regeneration and a declaration of faith. They baptize only those who have made a personal profession of faith.

10. Wesleyan: The Wesleyan denomination practices creedobaptism and believes that baptism is a public declaration of faith and a sign of membership in the church. They baptize only those who have made a personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ.

11. Christian Church (Disciples of Christ): The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) practices creedobaptism and requires candidates for baptism to make a personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ.

12. Evangelical Covenant Church: The Evangelical Covenant Church practices creedobaptism and baptizes only those who have made a personal confession of faith in Jesus Christ.

13. United Church of Christ: The United Church of Christ practices creedobaptism and requires candidates for baptism to make a personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ.

14. Southern Baptist Convention: The Southern Baptist Convention practices creedobaptism and requires candidates for baptism to make a personal confession of faith in Jesus Christ.

15. International Church of the Foursquare Gospel: The International Church of the Foursquare Gospel practices creedobaptism and requires candidates for baptism to make a personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ.

Hmm… some of these are getting repetitive, but that’s okay. 15 was a lot to ask for.

#[0]​ What’s the difference between Reformed Baptists, Reformed Anglicans, and Presbyterians?

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Are you shoving it up your girl butt or something?

I don’t want to rape her for sexual enjoyment, I want vengeance. My heart is pure. She has nothing to draw from me.

The Great Schism is a great event in history where the statue worshippers broke off from the painting worshippers and started their own church in Europe.