Water baptism is one of the next steps after receiving Jesus as Savior and Lord of your life. Baptism was commanded by Jesus, practiced by the apostles and has been a regular part of true Christianity for nearly twenty centuries. Since professing Christ must come from the heart, a public symbol is necessary to prove our commitment to the new life and its purpose is to solidify your faith.
“Jesus came to them and said, ‘Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded You.” (Matt. 28:18-20)
Following are some often asked questions concerning baptism.
What does it symbolize?
The Receipt of Salvation As you enter the water you identify yourself with Jesus who humbled himself to death on a cross. When you are immersed you portray the death and burial of Jesus and thus your death to sin and self. As you are raised from the
water you picture Christ who conquered sin and death. Now you can live victoriously over sin.
The Cleansing of the Soul
Just as water removes dirt from our skin so baptism symbolizes the cleansing of our soul from sin.
The Putting On of Christ
As a soldier puts on a uniform so you, by putting on Christ through baptism, declare your mission and allegiance to Jesus.
How is it done?
Each candidate will walk into the baptistery, after the pastor prays, he will lean them back gently into the water bringing them up very quickly.
Do I really need to be baptized?
Jesus commanded it to be done as a sign of allegiance to Him. He also, by example, demonstrated the importance of baptism.
Does water baptism make me a Christian?
Baptism does not save you from sin. Only the work of Jesus Christ on the cross can do that when you receive it by faith into your life. It is necessary as an act of obedience that proves the sincerity of your decision.
In whose name will I be baptized?
"I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit." These words express an understanding of the Triune God while recognizing the person and work of Christ.
What if I was baptized as a child and didn't understand what I was doing?
Now that you are seeking to live for Christ with your whole heart, we suggest you go ahead and be baptized is an affirmation of your faith.
What if I was baptized as an infant?
Since infants have as yet no sin to repent of and are unable to understand the symbolism of baptism and are unable to choose Christ as Lord and Savior, we wait until they are mature enough to do so. If you were baptized as an infant, but have never been so after receiving Christ as Savior and Lord, you should be baptized.
Is baptism open to children?
Any child whose parent or guardian is fully convinced that the child understands what they are doing may be baptized. Parents are required to sign the application. (12 is recommended age)
What qualifications are necessary for baptism?
Those who have truly repented of sin, recognize the significance of what they are doing and desire to publicly proclaim their faith in Christ are qualified to be baptized.
• We'll contact you to schedule next Water Baptism Class.
“Jesus came to them and said, ‘Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded You.” (Matt. 28:18-20)
Following are some often asked questions concerning baptism.
What does it symbolize?
The Receipt of Salvation As you enter the water you identify yourself with Jesus who humbled himself to death on a cross. When you are immersed you portray the death and burial of Jesus and thus your death to sin and self. As you are raised from the
water you picture Christ who conquered sin and death. Now you can live victoriously over sin.
The Cleansing of the Soul
Just as water removes dirt from our skin so baptism symbolizes the cleansing of our soul from sin.
The Putting On of Christ
As a soldier puts on a uniform so you, by putting on Christ through baptism, declare your mission and allegiance to Jesus.
How is it done?
Each candidate will walk into the baptistery, after the pastor prays, he will lean them back gently into the water bringing them up very quickly.
Do I really need to be baptized?
Jesus commanded it to be done as a sign of allegiance to Him. He also, by example, demonstrated the importance of baptism.
Does water baptism make me a Christian?
Baptism does not save you from sin. Only the work of Jesus Christ on the cross can do that when you receive it by faith into your life. It is necessary as an act of obedience that proves the sincerity of your decision.
In whose name will I be baptized?
"I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit." These words express an understanding of the Triune God while recognizing the person and work of Christ.
What if I was baptized as a child and didn't understand what I was doing?
Now that you are seeking to live for Christ with your whole heart, we suggest you go ahead and be baptized is an affirmation of your faith.
What if I was baptized as an infant?
Since infants have as yet no sin to repent of and are unable to understand the symbolism of baptism and are unable to choose Christ as Lord and Savior, we wait until they are mature enough to do so. If you were baptized as an infant, but have never been so after receiving Christ as Savior and Lord, you should be baptized.
Is baptism open to children?
Any child whose parent or guardian is fully convinced that the child understands what they are doing may be baptized. Parents are required to sign the application. (12 is recommended age)
What qualifications are necessary for baptism?
Those who have truly repented of sin, recognize the significance of what they are doing and desire to publicly proclaim their faith in Christ are qualified to be baptized.
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• We'll contact you to schedule next Water Baptism Class.