Others, however, who have permitted their understanding of baptism to be guided by mere human reason and sight, declare that baptism is merely man's response to the grace of God obtained elsewhere. Below are some common objections to the Biblical teaching of God's saving power in baptism. Each is followed by a Scripture-based rebuttal. God's action always precedes the existence of faith in any individual, regardless of age. Baptism in the Spirit is the only regenerating baptism.
Water baptism accomplishes nothing special.
The distinction is artificial. What God has joined together we are not to put asunder. What is assumed need not always be expressed. Jesus's command to disciple all nations coordinates teaching and baptism, but does not specify sequence. The order makes sense with adults but cannot be used as the reason against baptizing infants.