I want to be baptized!
Water Baptism
According to God’s Word, the first important step after we put faith in Christ is baptism!
Acts 2:41 “Those who accepted His Message were baptized.”
Why should I be baptized?
To follow the example set by Christ. (Mark 1:9)
Because Christ asks us to. (Matthew 28:19-20)
It demonstrates that I really am a believer. (Acts 18:8) (1 John 2:3)
What is the meaning of baptism?
It is a public demonstration that you are a follower of Christ and His Teaching (Matthew 28:19-20)
It symbolizes spiritual cleansing. (1 Corinthians 6:11)
It pictures the true meaning of salvation. (Romans 6:1-4) (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Baptism doesn’t make you a believer - it shows that you already believe.
Why be baptized by immersion?
Because Jesus was baptized that way. (Matthew 3:16)
Every baptism in the Bible was by immersion. (Acts 8:38-39)
The word “baptize” (baptizo) means “to immerse in water.”
Who should be baptized?
Every person who Believes in Christ. (Acts 2:41) (Acts 8:12)