Covenantal Baptism (Blessings of the Faith)

“These careful, balanced, and well-reasoned volumes will occupy an important place on the book stalls of Presbyterian and Reformed churches. We need short, accessible books written by thoughtful, seasoned pastors for regular members on the foundational elements of church life and ministry. That’s what we need, and that’s what this series delivers: wise answers to many of the church’s most practical and pressing questions.”

“In this scripturally based, theologically sound, and practically helpful book, Jason Helopoulos has provided a concise yet robust resource for anyone who wants to know more about the truth and beauty of covenant baptism. As he rightly states in the first chapter, the key to understanding and embracing baptism is knowing “the kindness of our covenant-making God.” In other words, God is so incredibly gracious that he lavishes amazing gifts on his people and their children. Baptism is one of those gifts. I will be recommending and using this book frequently.”

“This is a truly remarkable, page-turning book that is peppered with personal illustrations and persuasively and winsomely presents a robust defense of the baptism of infants of believers. Written from the overflow of the big heart that this pastor and father has for children and the church, it excels at being biblically enlightening, doctrinally sound, experientially balanced, and practically helpful. The Q&A section is superlative—so succinct, so wise, so “spot-on.” One does not have to agree with every detail Jason Helopoulos propounds in order to realize that this book has immense potential to move the church community forward by helping it to grasp the beauty of baptism without either overestimating or underestimating it. Highly recommended!”

“This is an immensely helpful study of God’s Word on a very important topic. The Q&A at the end alone is worth the read. If you want to understand Reformed teaching on baptism, look no further.”

“Discussions of baptism can so easily raise the temperature in the church and draw lines among Christians. We may be grateful to Jason Helopoulos for gifting the church with a clear, accessible, irenic, and practical treatment of the Bible’s teaching on baptism. Whether you have been thinking about these questions for a long time or for the first time, Covenantal Baptism will inform your mind and stir your heart as Helopoulos shows you the blessing that God intends for baptism to be.”