Then Crispus, the ruler of the synagogue, believed on the Lord with all his household. And many of the Corinthians, hearing, believed and were baptized.

1. Right after Paul stops trying to convert the Jews, the ruler of the synagogue was converted. He was baptized and his family.

2. Plan of Salvation in one statement. Here it is - many of the Corinthians:

1. Hearing - More than having sound enter the ear. Hearing means the listened and understood the message.

2. Believed - Having understood the message, the believed it. They decided that this teaching was true and they were going to obey the commands of Jesus.

3. Were Baptized - They were immersed in water for the purpose of having their sins washed away by the blood of Jesus. They were not "earning" or "working" for their salvation. They were acting on their faith. They had an obedient faith.

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