What Is Baptism?
Baptism is an outward sign of an inward change. 2 Corinthians 5:17 says, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!” It involves applying water to the believer, symbolizing their death to the old way of life (Roman 6:3-4), and the rising from water, symbolizing the new life God provides them (Galatians 3:26-27). Baptism is a means of receiving the grace of God, sealing one’s intention to follow God, but is not an act of salvation that takes away one’s sins (Acts 2:37-41, 8:35-39, 10:44-48).
Why Baptism?
The main purpose of baptism is to declare one’s faith in Christ and their commitment to follow Him. It is also a way for you to seal what Christ has done in your heart by taking an action step that all will see (Colossians 2:12-14). Being baptized is meant to be a celebration of new life and a recognition of what Christ has done! Lastly, members of the early church all took this step, including Jesus, so it only seems appropriate that it would be a believers’ next step today (Acts 8:36).
Are You Ready to be Baptized?
If you're interested in being baptized, please click the button below and complete the baptism form. Baptisms are scheduled for Sunday mornings throughout the year.