baptism
what is baptism?
We believe baptism is an outward expression of an inward decision — a public way to share that you’ve placed your faith in Jesus and are following Him. It symbolizes the death of your old life and being raised to new life in Christ.
baptism faqs
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Jesus commands all believers to be baptized (Matthew 28:19-20). It’s a public declaration of faith — a way to identify yourself with Him and show that you’re walking in new life. Baptism doesn’t save us, but it is an act of obedience that follows salvation.
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After you’ve trusted Christ as your Savior. In Scripture, baptism always follows salvation as the first step of obedience for the believer.
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We practice baptism by immersion, meaning the believer is fully submerged in water. This beautifully illustrates the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus — and the believer’s new life in Him.
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We view baptism as a personal expression of faith that comes after someone makes their own decision to follow Christ. If you were baptized as an infant, we’d encourage you to be baptized again as a believer — as your own statement of faith and obedience.
Baptism is a big step, and we want you to feel confident and prepared for it. Here are some common questions people ask before taking this exciting step of faith:
