Before you were born, God knew you and loved you!

This simple-concept illustrated children's book communicates the living relationship between God and every child, from the moment of each child's conception. Encourage interaction between parents and children that reinforces the truth that God made them alive from their beginning. Brothers, sisters, multiples—every child!—are a gift to our families. Adults are encouraged to remind children that life is precious and of the highest value to our heavenly Father. After all, he gave His Son so that we could have eternal life.

20 questions with the Bible's answers help parents understand the importance and necessity of baptism for their child. A helpful gift for new and expectant parents, designed to help them grow in their appreciation of this precious gift.

Baptism is not just a church rite that identifies a person as a Christian. It is a mighty act of the triune God in which he washes away sin and creates saving faith. Sinners are born again as his children; they become living members of Christ's church. Since Baptism does such great things, it isn't surprising that it's prominently featured throughout the New Testament. The book Baptism presents what the Bible teaches about the Sacrament and its meaning for the Christian's everyday life of faith. It also discusses topics like baptizing infants and the custom of choosing godparents.

The People's Bible Teachings series includes books on all of the main teachings of the Bible. Following the pattern set by The People's Bible series, these books are written especially for Christians looking to further their study of God's Word. The authors of the books in the People's Bible Teachings series are pastors and professors who have had years of experience teaching the Bible.

This is the perfect resource for congregations and parents to use as they prepare for a child's baptism. Inside is useful information such as the Scripture's teaching about baptism, a look at the baptism service, and everyday activities that can be done with a child to help him/her after the baptism.

Dove design, 51% beeswax candle. Individually gift boxed with provisions for record of ceremony. 9 1/4" x 11/16".

White, with fringe and small, white cross in corner.

Can infants believe? Why do we baptize infants? Are babies really sinful? Addresses these issues and questions asked by concerned parents and other Christians through a thorough study of pertinent Scripture passages and a look at the practices of the early Christian church.

Fall ’25
Recommended FLBC textbook for Means of Grace and Eschatology course taught by Dr. Steven Mundfrom, Professor of Systematic Theology and Church History.

Fall ’24
Recommended FLBC textbook for Means of Grace and Eschatology courses taught by Dr. Jason Gudim and Dr. Steven Mundfrom, Professor of Systematic Theology and Church History.

SIT 2024
Recommended SIT textbook for Session B.
Means of Grace in the Congregation (Dr. Steve Mundfrom)

Reminder: Select one recommended resource per session to link to your reflective essay.

Fall ’23
Recommended FLBC textbook for Means of Grace and Eschatology courses taught by Dr. Steven Mundfrom, Professor of Systematic Theology and Church History.

Fall ’22
Recommended FLBC textbook for Means of Grace and Eschatology courses taught by Dr. Steven Mundfrom, Professor of Systematic Theology and Church History.

What does the Bible teach about baptism? Looking to the Scriptures, this small booklet discusses the meaning of baptism, form of baptism, and proper subjects for baptism, addressing questions that often arise regarding this important doctrine.

Luther addresses infant baptism and rebaptism in this short work and in the process outlines the basics for baptism. Includes study questions with each chapter.

A curious young boy sees his new baby sister being baptized and has questions. This book helps explain the concept of infant baptism to preschoolers through its simple language and colorful illustrations.

Explains the joys and duties of the spiritual care of your godchild and gives a biblical explanation of baptism. 36-page booklet.

Christian baptism on the basis of Scripture and the practice of baptism in the Early Church.

A 5-1/8" x 7" size Memento for Sponsors Certificates, in a card-style.

Available individually or in packages of 12.

As a theological student in Finland, Dr. Saarnivaara became interested in the question of Scriptural baptism. Which baptism, he wondered, had the most authority: the one a person received in infancy, or the one received as an adult after a conscious conversion. Should he, as one who had been baptized in infancy, be baptized again, after his conversion, in order to be a Christian in the Biblical sense, or was the baptism he received as a child valid?

• In seeking an answer, he studied the Bible and the copious literature on both sides of the question. Now, in this book, cast in dialog form, Dr. Saarnivaara offers the result of his study, examining the question exhaustively from both sides.
• Some of the questions which are thoroughly discussed are:
• Was infant baptism practiced in the time of Christ and the Apostles?
• Did Christ want His Church to practice infant baptism, or baptism after conscious conversion?
• Does the New Testament teach baptism as a means of grace, or as an act of obedience and confession of faith?
• What does the Bible teach as the relationship between baptism and regeneration?
• What was the practice and teaching of the post-Apostolic and the Ancient Church?
• What was the original method of baptism: immersion or pouring (or sprinkling)?
• In developing his theme, Dr. Saarnivaara has set forth the pros and cons of this age-old and still acute problem with admirable exactitude and lucidity. It is easy for the layperson to comprehend, but it is not superficial reading. From the thousands who regard religious problems like baptism worthy of thoughtful consideration and study, however, Dr. Saarnivaara's book should receive keen attention.

For parents whose child is about to be baptized. The significance of baptism and what it means for those who receive it. The role of parents in continuing to nurture the child's faith. Includes a letter to sponsors.

A tract for new parents, answering questions about why, when, and where a child should be baptized.

Gold-stamped, for youth or adult. Picture of Jesus.