Many people use the thief on the cross as an argument against baptism and receiving the Holy Spirit. But is that a valid comparison for New Testament salvation? In this video, Pastor Jacob Jones of River City Pentecostals in Decatur, Alabama, breaks down the biblical timeline and shows why the thief’s salvation was unique to the Old Covenant.

Visit https:jacobjones.org today🔹 Key Topics Covered:✅ When does the New Testament actually begin?✅ What does Galatians 4:4 say about Jesus being born under the law?✅ How does Hebrews 9 explain when the New Covenant started?✅ What did Peter preach about salvation in Acts 2:38?📖 Scripture References:Galatians 4:4 – Jesus was born under the lawHebrews 9:15-17 – The New Testament begins at Jesus’ deathJoel 2:28 – The prophecy of the outpouring of the SpiritActs 2:1-4 – The fulfillment of that prophecyActs 2:38-39 – Peter’s command for salvation🔔 Subscribe to my channel for more biblical teaching: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWayPodcastWithPastorJones👍 Like this video if you found it helpful!💬 Comment below – What are your thoughts on this teaching?Watch the rest of this playlist on YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6wb6QcxWYgXUQKiiM8ZmQmnFO8_EZD3c&si=TOt_j4nOdH0lgcXD#ThiefOnTheCross #BiblicalSalvation #Acts238 #NewTestament #RiverCityPentecostals #PentecostalTeaching #JesusSaves #HolySpirit #Baptism #ChristianDoctrine