The old man is drowned and in its place the new man arises in such a way, that we condemn the intentions and the activity of the old man every day, and in faith are buried in the grace-rich water of Baptism, and arise cleansed, to live in true faith and obedience before God.
Zech. 13:1: In that day there shall be a fountain opened to the house of David and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem for sin and uncleanness.
Is. 12: 3: Therefore with joy shall ye draw water out of the wells of salvation.
Luther: “A truly Christian life is nothing else than a daily Baptism, once begun and ever to be continued. For this must be practised without ceasing... Therefore, if you live in repentance, you walk in Baptism, which not only signifies such a new life, but also produces, begins, and exercises it.”
