Answers to 6 Common Questions About Baptism Using God’s Word

There are common questions about baptism that we must explore as
we take the next step in our faith journey. Discover what God’s
Word says about baptism by answering these 6 questions:





1. Why do we get baptized? 


2. What is the purpose of baptism?


3.How are we to be baptized? 


4. Is baptism necessary for salvation?


5. Who is to be baptized?


6. When are we to be baptized? 





COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT BAPTISM & SCRIPTURES THAT ANSWER THEM





WHY DO WE GET BAPTIZED?


Jesus commanded it. (Matthew 28:19–20)


Jesus modeled it. (Mark 1:9-11)


It was the practice of the early Church. (Acts 2:37,38,41)





WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF BAPTISM?


Baptism is public identification with Christ. (Matthew 10:32–33,
Romans 6:3–5)





HOW ARE WE TO BE BAPTISED?


We are baptized by immersion. (Matthew 3:16, Acts 8:38, John
3:23)





IS BAPTISM NECESSARY FOR SALVATION?


No, baptism does not save us. (Romans 10:9–10, Hebrews 9:22, 1
Peter 1:18–19, Luke 23:39–43)





WHO IS TO BE BAPTIZED?


Anyone who believes in Jesus. (Acts 2:4, Acts 8:12, Acts
16:31–33, Acts 18:8)





WHEN ARE WE TO BE BAPTIZED?


As soon as we believe in Jesus! (Acts 2:41)


 


Baptism is like a wedding ring to a marriage. It symbolizes a
commitment, but that doesn’t mean when the wedding ring is
removed, the commitment no longer exists. It is an outward symbol
of an inner heart transformation made possible by Jesus. 





Join Pastor Ron Cathcart and he breaks down each question in
simple terms and provides answers from scripture. If you’ve ever
had questions about baptism, you won’t want to miss this
powerful, clear, and inspirational message. 





Watch till the end to witness others who publically declare their
trust in Jesus. Hear one man’s transformation story from a
struggle with sexual integrity to becoming a loving husband and
father.  





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