What is baptism?
Baptism is a symbolism of Christ's death and resurrection. By you being baptized, it means that your old sinful life is dead and you are now embarking on your new Christian lifestyle.
"Likewise reckon ye also yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, but alive unto God through Jesus Christ our Lord."
Roman 6:11 New King James Version
What comes first: being saved or baptized?
You should be saved first. Being saved basically means that you've accepted Jesus Christ as your personal savior. He "saved" you from the harmful path of life you were traveling.You are baptized because you are saved not because you need to saved.
What are the requirements for baptism?
I was thought in Bible Study that baptisms require three things.
1. a saved person who is genuinely ready to be baptized
2. a church of the Lord Jesus Christ
3. immersion under water
Was Jesus baptized?
Yes, He was.
"And Jesus, when he was baptized, went straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened up to him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him"
Matthew 3:16 New King James Version
Have you been baptized?
Yes, I have been. August 19,2012. <3
What was the baptism experience like for you?
At my church, we had church service as usual because my baptism was scheduled for after church. The choir sang a selection. My pastor talked about the promises I would be making by being baptized. It talked about the symbolism of baptism. He then asked me if I was ready to make this journey. I said yes. He then baptized me in the name of the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit. I went underwater and came back up as a new person.
What did you wear to your baptism?
This is a question that I personally asked about before my baptism. My church told me to wear something white. I wore a white v neck and white shorts. Pretty simple.
Do you ever regret being baptized?
No, I never have regretted it. It is one of the BEST decisions I have made in my entire life. The first one being accepting Jesus Christ as my savior.
How old were you when you got baptized?
I was 16 years old.
What made you know that you were ready to be baptized?
I knew I was ready because I fully trusted in the Lord. He brought me out of some tough times that I didn't think I would make it out of. I am forever grateful for that, and I feel like I owe Him so much for that. And what better way to repay Him, then living my life for Him and making a few disciples along the way. I know some of you are probably thinking: 'You're 16. What tough times have you been through?'. I think everyone should live by the picture below though.
I hope I answered some of your questions and helped you out!
LOVE YOU GUYS.
Take Care and God Bless.
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