Which scriptural reference outlines baptism by immersion in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost?

Which scriptural reference outlines baptism by immersion in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost?

• A. Luke 24:47
• B. Matthew 28:19
• C. Acts 19:5
• D. John 3:5

Answer: (B)

The Great Commission records Jesus commanding His followers to baptize in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, which is the explicit formula tied to the baptismal practice in this tradition. This makes the reference in Matthew 28:19 the best source for the baptismal formula. Luke 24:47 speaks of preaching repentance and forgiveness of sins in Jesus’ name but does not specify this baptismal formula. Acts 19:5 describes baptism in the name of the Lord Jesus, not the triune formula. John 3:5 emphasizes being born of water and Spirit, rather than prescribing the baptismal name.

The Great Commission records Jesus commanding His followers to baptize in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, which is the explicit formula tied to the baptismal practice in this tradition. This makes the reference in Matthew 28:19 the best source for the baptismal formula. Luke 24:47 speaks of preaching repentance and forgiveness of sins in Jesus’ name but does not specify this baptismal formula. Acts 19:5 describes baptism in the name of the Lord Jesus, not the triune formula. John 3:5 emphasizes being born of water and Spirit, rather than prescribing the baptismal name.