BAPTISM
Embracing a New Life in Christ
Water baptism is a significant milestone in your spiritual journey. It symbolizes the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and represents your new life as a follower of Christ.
“Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so, we also should walk in newness of life.” – Romans 6:4
Key Points to Understand About Baptism
Water baptism is an outward expression of an inward decision. It is a public declaration of your faith and commitment to Jesus Christ, showcasing your decision to turn away from the old life of sin and embrace a new life in Christ.
- It is not a means to salvation
- It does not make you perfect
- It is not a means to wash away your sins
- It is not a passport to heaven
At Pavilion of Hope, water baptisms are conducted with reverence and joy. During the baptism, you will be briefly immersed in water, symbolizing your burial with Christ; then raised out of the water, symbolizing your resurrection with Him.
This sacred act is for anyone who has made a personal decision to trust Jesus as their Lord and Savior. It’s a step of obedience for those wanting to publicly affirm their faith and commitment to Him.
We offer preparation classes and resources to help you understand the significance of baptism and to ready your heart for this meaningful step.
Baptism according to the scriptures was not done to just anyone but for those who had accepted Jesus into their lives and repented from their evil ways. They were taken to a body of water and fully immersed in it. They did this because Jesus commanded us to do so. Matthew 28 vs 19, John 3 vs 22.
Likewise, if you have accepted Jesus into your life, it is required that you obey and get baptized.