Since Abraham was circumcised after having faith, why do we baptize infants before they show faith?

Summary

The sermon draws a parallel between Old Testament circumcision and New Testament baptism, arguing they both serve as signs of God's covenant promises rather than personal faith. Citing Abraham and Romans 4:11-12, it explains that just as circumcision was given to Abraham and his descendants as a sign of God's promise, baptism is administered to believers and their children as a visible presentation of the gospel that calls them to faith. The practical takeaway is that baptism, like circumcision before it, underscores God's faithfulness to his covenant people and their children, inviting them into relationship with him.