This new birth is the result of repentence, justification and regeneration and is accompanied by a definite inner witness. The new birth is a prerequisite for the experience of sanctification. Sanctification is the second definite work of grace, an instantaneous work wrought in the regenerated heart by the Holy Ghost with the blood of Christ. In regeneration actual transgressions are forgiven, but in sanctification the Adamic nature, or inbred sin, is eradicated. Sanctification restores man to the holy estate of Adam before the fall, and gives him the grace to live a life of holiness, thus making him eligible for the indwelling of the Holy Ghost.
Sanctification is subsequent to justification.
God requires man to live sinless in this present world and provides the means through the shed blood of Christ. Water baptism is the act of being immersed in water according to the instructions of Christ. Although this ordinance has no power to wash away sin, it represents the death, burial and resurrection of Christ. Only those who have already been born again are eligible for water baptism. The baptism with the Holy Ghost which is subsequent to sanctification is the enduement of power for service.