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What does baptism mean?
The word “baptism” is in Greek “baptisma” while “to
baptize” is in Greek “baptize”. In Greek “baptizo”
means to be dipped, to submerge, to overwhelm”. To
baptize something in water means to put it under the
water.
Baptism in Jesus’ day was understood to be a rite of
initiation into something new. To be water baptized was
a sign of adherence to the teachings of the respective
teacher.
Water baptism for the Christian symbolizes and
appropriates our death, burial and resurrection with
Christ. It means identification with Christ.
“Therefore we were buried with him through baptism into
death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the
glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in
newness of life.” (Romans 6:4)
What do I need to do?
First is believe and trust Jesus as your Lord and Savior.
“He who believes and is baptised shall be saved.” (Mark
16:16)
Second confess and repent of your old sins, which
literally means to turn or go a different direction.
“Repent every one of you be baptised in the name of Jesus
Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the
gift of the Holy Ghost.” (Acts 2:38)
Do I need to be baptised to be saved?
To answer this, let’s look at
Romans10:9-11 “If you confess with your mouth that Jesus
is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from
the dead, you will be saved. For it is by believing in you
heart that you are made right with God , and it is by
confessing with you mouth that you are saved.” and
Ephesians 2:8-9 God saved you by his grace when you
believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift of
God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have
done, so none of us can boast about it.
According to these scriptures, repentance and belief are
all that is required. To make baptism a requirement
would diminish what Christ did on the cross. But let’s
not forget the importance of baptism: That it is a public
statement of your faith and your first act of obedience.
What do I wear?
Wear something you can get completely
wet: Swimsuit with t-shirt etc.
What do I need to bring?
Bring a towel and a change of clothes for
afterwards.
Can I change when I get there?
There are rooms available to change into the
clothes you want to baptized in.
Should I invite friends and relatives?
Absolutely invite them to the most important
invent of you life.
Can I take pictures?
Although we have a professional taking
pictures, we still encourage you and you
family to take pictures and videos as well.