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Why is Baptism Important? As a disciple of Christ, it’s important that we publicly stand with Him in celebrating our new life. That makes baptism a first step for a new follower of Christ to take. Baptism is our way of telling the world about our relationship with Christ. Jesus did it, and it’s an important way we can follow His footsteps.
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Water Baptism is an act of obedience which Jesus commanded His followers to do. Here is a definition: baptize (bap-tid’-zo): to wash, dip, immerse, plunge under, submerge
Baptism as described in the Bible is something a believer does after they have accepted Jesus Christ as their Savior. Our being baptized doesn't save us...we are saved through faith in Jesus. It is a vital step of obedience that outwardly testifies to what has already happened in our hearts.
Biblical Teaching On Baptism
* You are publicly standing with Christ (Gal 3:26-27)
* You are baptized into Christ’s death (Romans 6:3-4a, Romans 6:6-7)
* You are raised into new life (Romans 6:4b)
Baptism as described in the Bible is something a believer does after they have accepted Jesus Christ as their Savior. Our being baptized doesn't save us...we are saved through faith in Jesus. It is a vital step of obedience that outwardly testifies to what has already happened in our hearts.
Biblical Teaching On Baptism
* You are publicly standing with Christ (Gal 3:26-27)
* You are baptized into Christ’s death (Romans 6:3-4a, Romans 6:6-7)
* You are raised into new life (Romans 6:4b)
