Christ's Baptism in Jordan was more than His inauguration into public ministry. He was also pointing those who would become His future disciples toward a sacramental experience which is an occasion, not only for a declaration of human commitment, but for the operation of Divine Grace. This book sets forth the ancient Christian understanding of Baptism in the words of Holy Scripture. Jewish prefigurements of Christian Baptism are revealed and parallels between the Bible and ancient Christian writings predating the time of Constantine are set forth in an easy-to-read exposition. The ancient Christian practices of Anointing and Holy Communion in relation to Baptism are also explored. A short sketch of the unfolding of Christian history in relation to Church unity is also presented.By exploring the ancient texts presented in this book, you will likely gain deeper insight into typological connections between the Old and New Testaments, between Judaism and Christianity, between the worship of Israel and the worship of the Church. You will also grasp a greater sense of the thorough integrity and replete implication of the whole system of ancient Christian sacramental practice and worship.