What is Baptism?
/BAP-tiz-um/
Greek: baptisma (βάπτισμα) - 'immersion'
A Christian sacrament of immersion in or application of water as a sign of purification and admission to the church. It symbolizes death to sin and resurrection to new life in Christ.
Key Bible Verses
“Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”
Matthew 28:19
“We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead, we too may live a new life.”
Romans 6:4
“Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins.”
Acts 2:38
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