Baptism

What is Baptism?

Baptism is a powerful, one-time public declaration of a lifelong commitment to follow Jesus. It symbolizes the death of our old life and the beginning of new life in Christ.

The word baptism comes from a Greek word meaning “to dip or plunge.” Going under the water represents dying to sin, and coming up shows our resurrection into a new life—just as Jesus rose from the grave.

Baptism is a visual testimony of your spiritual transformation. It’s a symbol that your sins have been washed away, and a pledge to live for Jesus.

Scripture References:
Romans 6:3–4 | 2 Corinthians 5:17 | 1 Peter 3:21 | Acts 2:38 | Matthew 28:19–20 | Psalm 51:7

What does it do?

Baptism itself doesn’t save you—faith in Jesus does. Just like a wedding ring doesn’t make you married, baptism is a symbolic act that follows a personal decision to trust Christ.

The Bible says, “It is by grace you have been saved, through faith… it is the gift of God—not by works” (Ephesians 2:8–9). Baptism is a public declaration of the faith you already have.

Why baptism?

Acts 2:38 calls us to “repent… turn to God, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ.”

Baptism is an outward expression of the inner change that happens when you give your life to Jesus. It’s a step of obedience, established by Jesus, and marks your entrance into the community of believers.