5.18.2012

In the name of the Father & the Son & the Holy Spirit

I am getting baptized next Sunday...


Baptism: immersion into water when one has proclaimed faith in Jesus Christ
                        the outward representation of what has already happened in a believer’s heart
           
I want to note that our salvation is not dependent on baptism. Baptism is a symbol of a person’s acceptance of Christ. Belief is the key to being saved. Baptism follows and accompanies one’s belief. It is a way to identify with the death {immersion under water} and resurrection {coming out of water} of Christ; a demonstration of His power to conquer death and wash away our sins.

Although salvation is not secured by baptism, I believe that if a person believes in Jesus Christ and has the opportunity, they should be baptized.

Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.
~ Mark 16:16 ~

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