Perplexing Scriptures Explained: 1 Corinthians 15:29
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Overview
Seekers and veteran members alike are often discouraged and even derailed by difficulties in the Bible—Old Testament passages that appear to encourage violence, instructions on gender roles that seem antiquated or sexist, complicated end-time prophecies, and other such parts of Scriptures prove an interpretive challenge, even for longtime SDAs. Encountering such passages, they turn to pastors, lay elders, and Sabbath school teachers—who are expected to provide credible answers. In this resource, top SDA theologians at the Biblical Research Institute confront some of the most perplexing and commonly misunderstood passages in the Bible, offering helpful insights for understanding and teaching these difficult verses.
Top Highlights
“Vicarious Baptism: One of the most common interpretations is that Paul is referring to vicarious baptism; that is, someone being baptized for a person who died before being baptized (possibly a Christian, Paul does not say) to ensure salvation. According to this interpretation, Paul is not supporting or condemning the practice but simply using it to demonstrate the inconsistency of those who deny the resurrection of the dead and at the same time are being baptized or allowing people to be baptized for the dead.” (source)