Infant baptism is supported by the practice of early church communities and scriptural references about children's holiness in Christ.
The question of infant baptism is addressed indirectly in Mark 10:13-16, where Jesus' actions highlight the value of bringing children to Him. While families in the early church baptized entire households, evidence suggests that this included children as well. The Apostle Paul refers to the holiness of children in 1 Corinthians 7:14, suggesting that children of believers have a covenant relationship with God. Therefore, if infants can be considered elect and chosen by God for salvation, it follows that they should receive the outward sign of baptism, just as Jewish children were circumcised. The Church of England articulates this sentiment that baptism for children is aligned with Christ's institution, which should encourage believers to uphold this practice.
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