Main Idea: Christ’s triumph over sin and death allows us to endure suffering, give a defense for our hope, and publicly proclaim the gospel to the world.

v.18
• suffered once for sins
• the righteous for the unrighteous
• bring us to God
• died a physical death to bring about spiritual life

vv.19-20
• Jesus proclaimed his triumph over sin & death to rebellious spirits (fallen angels)
• does not support Universalism
• Noah’s story shows us there is a judgment for sin, but God provides an ark (salvation)
• God has saved you for a purpose - for his glory and to share the Gospel with the world

vv. 21-22
• 3 options:
• Baptismal regeneration - false
• Water baptism merely a symbol in this passage - less likely
• Baptism into body of Christ - most likely

Believers Baptism: when you have personally placed your trust in Jesus, the next step of obedience is baptism.
• Public declaration of faith
• Outward expression of an inward reality
• Act of spiritual warfare: proclaim Christ’s triumph to disobedient spirits

Next Steps
• If you are following Jesus and have not been baptized, take that step.
• If you are following Jesus, have been baptized, are there any other areas of your life (legalism, works-based righteousness, hard-heartedness) that needs to be repented of?
• If you are not following Jesus, we encourage you to take the next step in placing your faith in Him or talking with someone who can help answer your questions.