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Water Baptism

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36 “Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Messiah.”

37 When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?” 38 Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 39 The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.”

 

Acts 2:36-39

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STARTING POINT

One of the first biblical responses to salvation is getting water baptized. Jesus himself was baptized (yet never repented because he is sinless) and said that we should be baptized, too.

 

Matthew 3:16 As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him.

 

Mark 16:16 Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.

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COMMITMENT

Baptism isn't just a religious ritual to make ourselves feel better. It's a public confession of a personal commitment. By getting baptized, you are saying to Jesus, yourself and everyone gathered that you have given your life to Jesus and devote yourself to following him for the rest of your life.

 

Matthew 16:24 Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.

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SYMBOLISM

Baptism is symbolizes two things: when we go down under the water, it symbolizes the death and burial of our old life without Jesus; when we come up out of the water, it symbolizes our resurrection to new life in Jesus.

 

Romans 6:4 We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.

 

Colossians 2:12 having been buried with him in baptism, in which you were also raised with him through your faith in the working of God, who raised him from the dead.

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TAKE ACTION

If you've given your life to Jesus and would like to be water baptized, please complete the form above and we'll contact you soon.

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FAQ

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What are the requirements of baptism?

Belief that Jesus death and resurrection is the only way to a right relationship with the Father.

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How do you baptize people?

We fully immerse people under the water for a brief moment, to raise them right back up out of the water using a baptismal tank in the church sanctuary.

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What do I wear for my baptism?

We recommend wearing dark colors and clothing that is not heavy or cumbersome.

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Do we baptize children?

Yes, as long as they're able to understand the gospel and commit their lives to Jesus. We do not baptize infants or toddlers.

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Why is baptism public?

It strengthens the church, unites the person being baptized with the church and profession is public in nature. Jesus tells us not to be ashamed of him or the gospel.

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