What Is Baptism?
Baptism is your next step in following Jesus. It’s a way of going public with your faith and stepping into a new life with Him.
- A step of obedience to Jesus (Matthew 28:19–20)
- A public declaration of a personal decision (Romans 10:9–10)
- A symbol of dying to the old life and rising with Christ (Romans 6:3–4)
- A celebration of new life in Him (2 Corinthians 5:17)
Baptism Is About…
1. Surrender
Letting go of control and giving your life fully to Jesus.
Galatians 2:20
2. Obedience
Following Jesus, just as He followed the Father.
Matthew 3:13–17; Luke 9:23
3. Belonging
Being connected to the family of God.
1 Corinthians 12:13; Acts 2:41–42
Baptism isn’t just washing away the past.
It’s saying, “I’m not going back.”
Common Questions
Is baptism what saves me?
No. Salvation comes through faith in Jesus. Baptism is your response of obedience and worship.
Ephesians 2:8–9; Acts 2:38
What about Spirit baptism?
Water baptism is your public declaration. Spirit baptism empowers you to live the Christian life.
Acts 1:8; Acts 2:1–4
Do I need to be baptized again?
If you were baptized before personally choosing to follow Jesus, we invite you to take this step as your own decision.
Acts 8:36–38
Ready to Be Baptized?
If you’ve made the decision to follow Jesus, baptism is your next step.
If this is true for you:
- I’ve repented of my sin (Acts 3:19)
- I believe in Jesus as Savior and Lord (Romans 10:9)
- I want to follow Him with my life (Luke 9:23)
Then you’re ready.
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