Baptism is the symbol of Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection, and symbolizes your new life as a Christian. For those who have accepted Christ and want to follow His example, baptism is an opportunity to identify yourself with The Savior and show the world that you are a follower of Christ! Baptism isn’t required for salvation, but is the NEXT STEP of faith for believers.WHY GET BAPTIZED?
Because you want to follow Christ’s example (Mark 1:9), and Jesus told all believers to do it and set an example by being baptized (Matthew 28:19-20). Baptism is an opportunity to identify ourselves with the Savior and show the world that you are a follower of Christ! 1 John 2:3, Acts 18:8
WHEN SHOULD I BE BAPTIZED?
As soon as you have believed! You shouldn’t put it off!
Acts 2:41, Acts 8:35-38
WHAT IS THE MEANING OF BAPTISM?
It is a symbol of Christ’s death, burial and resurrection and it is a symbol of your new life as a Christian. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, II Corinthians 5:17
WHO SHOULD GET BAPTIZED?
Every person that believes in Christ. The one and only requirement for baptism is that your believe in Christ. Acts 8:13
DO YOU BAPTIZE CHILDREN/INFANTS?
Hardy Street Baptist Church does not baptize children until they are old enough to understand and believe. Baptism follows a personal decision to follow Christ and trust Jesus for their salvation. Acts 2:41.
INTERESTED IN BAPTISM?
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