WATER BAPTISM

What is Water Baptism?

Water baptism holds a significant place in the beliefs of many Protestant Christians as an outward expression of an inward transformation. While practices and interpretations may vary slightly among denominations, our church adheres to the understanding that baptism is an act of obedience and a public declaration of faith in Jesus Christ.

We believe that baptism symbolizes the believer’s identification with Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection. Immersion in water represents dying to one’s old self and being buried with Christ, while emerging from the water signifies being raised to new life in Him. As such, baptism is a powerful testimony to the transformative work of God in the life of a believer.

In accordance with Scripture, our church practices believer’s baptism, meaning that individuals make a personal decision to be baptized after professing faith in Jesus Christ. This conviction stems from biblical passages such as Acts 2:38 and Romans 6:3-4, which emphasize repentance and faith as prerequisites for baptism.

We do not baptize infants, as we believe baptism is reserved for those who can consciously choose to follow Christ. Instead, we celebrate child dedications, where parents commit to raising their children in the knowledge and love of the Lord.

For us, baptism is not a means of salvation but a declaration of it. It is an act of worship and obedience that demonstrates one’s commitment to live as a disciple of Jesus, walking in the newness of life He provides.