Baptism
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.
AND RAISED TO NEW LIFE!
What is Baptism?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Baptism Stories
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“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
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Abby James
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“I wanted to get baptized because I wanted to take the next step in committing and trusting Jesus.” - Kyto Warner
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“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
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“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
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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
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“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
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Ava Brummer
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“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
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“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
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“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
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“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.
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