Anyone who wants to better understand baptism should read this book! It is clear, theologically rich, thorough, and full of Scripture. The book is written in a way so that it will benefit all levels of study, from those who are studying the topic for the first time to theological scholars. After reading this book, you’ll have a firm grasp on what baptism is, why it is important, what the related Bible passages teach, and how Reformed paedobaptist and Dispensational credobaptist Christians have such different perspectives that both claim to be based on Scripture.
Having also read other books on this topic, I am impressed by how Goeman made new and insightful points on this age-old debate. The book covers a lot of material in a concise format and I admire how it did justice to the big subject, leaving the reader with a solid understanding of the Reformed and baptist views on baptism. As a Reformed paedobaptist myself, I can testify that Goeman did a good job of explaining the Reformed paedobaptist understanding of baptism and getting to the heart of the debate which makes this book stand out from the rest.
I highly recommend this book for believers on both sides of the issue (paedobaptists and credobaptists). Goeman clearly spent a lot of time learning about the Reformed paedobaptist perspective on baptism and put effort in really understanding it before writing against it which made his arguments all the more worthwhile reading. I really appreciated how respectful Goeman is towards those he disagrees with, making it clear that his desire is not to “win” but that his readers would glorify God by coming to believe what Scripture truly teaches.
This book challenged and taught me many valuable things and I know it’ll continue to make me examine and evaluate what and why I believe what I do in baptism. For every believer that wants to follow the example of the noble Bereans and examine the Scriptures for truth (Acts 17:11), read this book because it will help you to do just that!
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A very helpful book on the issue of infant baptism.
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2023
"The Baptism Debate" by Dr. Peter Goeman is an insightful and informative book that explores whether there is any biblical basis for paedobaptist (infant baptism). This book would be of great interest to people who have yet to do much research on the topic but are interested in whether infant baptism is biblical. Dr. Goeman presents a clear and concise analysis of the relevant scriptures and issues surrounding infant baptism and critically evaluates the paedobaptist view.Dr. Goeman takes a balanced and objective approach in the book. He discusses the arguments put forth by those who hold a paedobaptist view (in their owns words) and then analyzes whether this view can withstand the evidence presented in Scripture. Dr. Goeman's excellent and thorough use of Scripture to support his arguments and the fair treatment of those he disagrees with makes his book an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of the baptismal debate.Dr. Goeman's credibility as an author is established by his careful and thoughtful exegesis of the biblical text. He lets the Scripture speak for itself and gives those who hold to infant baptism an opportunity to speak for themselves. Overall, "Paedobaptism and the Baptismal Debate" is a well-written and well-researched book that I would highly recommend to anyone who wants to understand the complexities of the baptismal debate from a biblical perspective.The chapters include:Chapter 1: The Relationship between Faith and BaptismChapter 2: Understanding the Reformed Paedobaptist PositionChapter 3: Paedobaptism and the Covenant of GraceChapter 4: Paedobaptism and the One People of God.Chapter 5: Has Baptism Replaced Circumcision?Chapter 6: Household Baptisms and the Covenantal View of FamiliesChapter 7: The Biblical Significance and Mode of BaptismChapter 8: Embracing the Biblical Picture of Baptism
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2023
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Dr. Goeman takes a balanced and objective approach in the book. He discusses the arguments put forth by those who hold a paedobaptist view (in their owns words) and then analyzes whether this view can withstand the evidence presented in Scripture. Dr. Goeman's excellent and thorough use of Scripture to support his arguments and the fair treatment of those he disagrees with makes his book an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of the baptismal debate.
Dr. Goeman's credibility as an author is established by his careful and thoughtful exegesis of the biblical text. He lets the Scripture speak for itself and gives those who hold to infant baptism an opportunity to speak for themselves. Overall, "Paedobaptism and the Baptismal Debate" is a well-written and well-researched book that I would highly recommend to anyone who wants to understand the complexities of the baptismal debate from a biblical perspective.
The chapters include:
Chapter 1: The Relationship between Faith and Baptism
Chapter 2: Understanding the Reformed Paedobaptist Position
Chapter 3: Paedobaptism and the Covenant of Grace
Chapter 4: Paedobaptism and the One People of God.
Chapter 5: Has Baptism Replaced Circumcision?
Chapter 6: Household Baptisms and the Covenantal View of Families
Chapter 7: The Biblical Significance and Mode of Baptism
Chapter 8: Embracing the Biblical Picture of Baptism
A very helpful book on the issue of infant baptism.
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 1, 2023
"The Baptism Debate" by Dr. Peter Goeman is an insightful and informative book that explores whether there is any biblical basis for paedobaptist (infant baptism). This book would be of great interest to people who have yet to do much research on the topic but are interested in whether infant baptism is biblical. Dr. Goeman presents a clear and concise analysis of the relevant scriptures and issues surrounding infant baptism and critically evaluates the paedobaptist view.Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 1, 2023
Dr. Goeman takes a balanced and objective approach in the book. He discusses the arguments put forth by those who hold a paedobaptist view (in their owns words) and then analyzes whether this view can withstand the evidence presented in Scripture. Dr. Goeman's excellent and thorough use of Scripture to support his arguments and the fair treatment of those he disagrees with makes his book an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of the baptismal debate.
Dr. Goeman's credibility as an author is established by his careful and thoughtful exegesis of the biblical text. He lets the Scripture speak for itself and gives those who hold to infant baptism an opportunity to speak for themselves. Overall, "Paedobaptism and the Baptismal Debate" is a well-written and well-researched book that I would highly recommend to anyone who wants to understand the complexities of the baptismal debate from a biblical perspective.
The chapters include:
Chapter 1: The Relationship between Faith and Baptism
Chapter 2: Understanding the Reformed Paedobaptist Position
Chapter 3: Paedobaptism and the Covenant of Grace
Chapter 4: Paedobaptism and the One People of God.
Chapter 5: Has Baptism Replaced Circumcision?
Chapter 6: Household Baptisms and the Covenantal View of Families
Chapter 7: The Biblical Significance and Mode of Baptism
Chapter 8: Embracing the Biblical Picture of Baptism
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Amanda Christie
A phenomenal book dealing with Paedobaptism
Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on May 10, 2023
Amanda Christie
Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on May 10, 2023
Personally, I am a Dispensational who attends a United Reformed Church (Paedobaptist). I am very thankful for my church and love the people and the teaching. With that said, I am not convinced of the Paedobaptist position. Neill’s chapter on the newness of the new covenant is what pushed me away from Paedobaptism. To see Goeman deal so thoroughly with the issue of the newness of the new covenant was very helpful.
I found the first chapter to be of particular importance and help. Initially I thought it was weak, but as it drew to a close, Goeman pointed out some things I’ve never noticed before. The divorce between faith and baptism was a very late invention, and not even Lutherans believe it. That doesn’t make it false, ultimately, only scripture can do that. But seeing how Zwingli brought this about was an eye opener.
Very thorough book and helpful for anyone struggling with the issue of Paedobaptism.
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