Baptism is a physical act with spiritual meaning. The act of Baptism is the literal immersing of a believer under water and then bringing him forth out of the water. Symbolically, the person being baptized is plunged beneath the waters and brought forth in the same way that Jesus was buried in the earth and raised on their behalf in forgiveness of their sins. It symbolizes our union with Christ in His death and resurrection. Romans 6.1–10, Colossians 2.12
ONE // Baptism is an act of obedience to the command of Christ, fulfilled by individuals who have received His forgiveness and submitted themselves to His leadership. Matt 28.19-20
TWO // Baptism is a symbolic representation of repentance and purification. In essence, Baptism is a public funeral symbolizing the individuals crucifixion with Christ and a public celebration of new life in Jesus Christ who now reigns as Lord and King in the life of the individual. Gal.2.20
THREE // Baptism is a public identification with Jesus. It provides an opportunity for believers to make a formal profession of their faith before the church and the world. Acts 10.48, Romans 6.3, Gal. 3.27
FOUR // Baptism is a biblical rite of initiation into the universal church — 1Cor 12.13 —as well membership in the local church. Acts 2.41
If you are interested in being baptized, please email Pastor Jim at [email protected].