Baptism

Two men hugging, one man has his eyes closed and appears emotional, the other man is standing beside them, and there is a large water tank at their feet. The scene is indoors with a beige brick wall in the background.

Buried With Christ…

Baptism is one of the most beautiful & meaningful moments in the life of the church.

Baptism is not about tradition and it’s not about us. It’s about Jesus! It’s about His saving work, His grace, and His claim on our lives.

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AND RAISED TO NEW LIFE!

Two men hugging each other warmly, with one man smiling and wearing glasses. The man facing the camera has a beard and smiles, wearing a black shirt.

What is Baptism?

  • Baptism is a command. Jesus Himself calls every believer to be baptized. In Matthew 28:19–20, the risen Christ says, “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe everything I have commanded you.” Baptism is part of how we publicly obey Jesus. It’s not optional for disciples—it’s our first step of following Him in faith.

  • Baptism is a reveal of the seal. Scripture teaches that the Holy Spirit seals us when we believe. Ephesians 1:13 says, “In him you also were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and when you believed.” That sealing—our adoption, forgiveness, and new identity—happens at the moment of salvation. But baptism reveals it. It’s the outward declaration of an inward reality. We’re not saved by these waters; we’re showing the salvation Christ has already accomplished in this person’s life.

  • Baptism is a symbol.  It’s like an acted-out sermon. When someone goes under the water, it pictures being united with Jesus in His death, burial, and resurrection.  Then we go and walk in the newness of life. Romans 6:4 says, “Therefore we were buried with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, so we too may walk in newness of life.” This moment preaches the gospel visually.

  • Baptism is a family celebration. Jesus tells us there is joy in heaven when one sinner repents. So when we baptize someone, we are joining the celebration of heaven and welcoming a new brother or sister into the church family. So, baptism is a moment for rejoicing and celebrating the work of Jesus in someone’s life.

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Baptism Stories

  • A woman is being baptized in a large black tub by a man, with water and an emotional expression on her face. Several people are gathered in the background, watching and smiling.

    “For years I’ve made excuses when it comes to baptism. But Jesus is clear: He calls us to hear the good news, believe, repent, and be baptized.” - Natalie Bussard

  • Two women hugging in front of a pink wall, with a black round object in the foreground.

    Abby James

  • Two women hugging each other in a warm embrace, standing in a baptismal pool during a religious ceremony or celebration.

    “I wanted to get baptized because I wanted to take the next step in committing and trusting Jesus.” - Kyto Warner

  • Young boy wearing a blue t-shirt with the 'FCA' logo, standing on stage, smiling, and raising his right arm in a fist pump gesture while holding a microphone in his left hand. Stage equipment including a keyboard and musical stands are visible in the background.

    “It’s because of Jesus Christ who is always with me and always loves me, regardless of what I’ve done, is the reson I got baptized!” - Eder Garcia

  • Two men hugging each other, one with a beard wearing a black shirt and tan pants, the other with wet black hair and a light blue shirt. A third man with glasses and a black shirt is standing nearby, looking down.

    “Jesus changed my life and I wanted to take a step of obedience and follow Him. I want to live every day allowing him to work through me to affect the Kingdom.” - Adoriyan Daniels

  • A young woman is standing and speaking into a microphone while another young woman with curly hair is sitting in a hot tub nearby. The scene appears to be in a wellness or spa setting with a rolled towel on the floor.

    I decided to get baptized to show that God has given me new life that I didn’t do anything to earn. It was a meaningful step to publicly express my faith and commitment to Him. - Madi Medo

  • Two young men are participating in a religious baptism ceremony, with one submerging the other in a large black baptismal tank inside a room with beige walls.

    “Baptism is a beautiful celebration and outward declaration of the intrinsic faith we have placed in jesus Christ; I felt called to participate as my next step in obedience of Christ!” - Cole Bauer

  • Two women embrace each other joyfully as they baptize each other in a church or conference hall. There is a baptismal font filled with water in front of them, and a group of people seated in the background watching the ceremony.

    Ava Brummer

  • A woman in a baptismal pool is being baptized by a man, with water splashing around them. The woman appears to be emotional, holding her nose as she prepares for immersion. Several onlookers are clapping and watching in the background.

    “I had put off getting baptized for a long time, but recently felt more and more conviction about obeying and following Christ’s example and what He commands” - Khali Kremer

  • A young woman with red hair is being baptized in a large water tub, with her eyes closed and hand covering her mouth, as a woman in a denim jacket holds her hand. The background shows a wall with a door and a phone on the table.

    “I have been a believer my whole life, but this past year I have been able to grow, learn, and expand my knowledge and love of the Lord and the Word. I have been abiding and trust in Him more and more, even taking tangible steps through getting baptized!” - Ayva Sullivan

  • A man is baptizing a young man in a black plastic tub filled with water, while a group of five people stand in the background watching and smiling.

    “I decided to get baptized because I wanted everyone to know that I believe in the divinity of Jesus who is my savior and the one who took away my sin.” - Sam Talero

  • Tara Bauman

  • “I decided to get baptized because I’ve decided to follow Jesus fully, leaving my old life behind and choosing to live for Him.” - James Mather

  • A group of people seated and standing in a modern indoor space, appearing attentive and engaged, with some people talking and others looking forward.

    “I got baptized because Jesus broke through my life in so many ways to change my heart and save me, but most of all He died to save me and take the sins I could never pay for.” - Landon K.

I’m interested

in baptism!

A woman with long brown hair in a baptismal pool with her eyes closed as a woman in striped apron and blue shirt baptizes her. In the background, a man plays a keyboard on a stage.
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