So what is baptism really all about? Baptism is not about being saved. Yes...you should be saved before you get baptized. However, it does not have to do with you "getting" saved. Baptism is saying to your family and church that you are a disciple of Jesus Christ. It is more than lip service - anyone can do that. To get into the tank, lake, river or pool before your friends and family and be plunged underwater and brought back up again is a symbol of your commitment to Christ. In so doing, you are identifying with Jesus Christ in His death, burial and resurrection.
- Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist - Mark 1:9, 10
- The Great Commission Jesus left us with tells us to baptize in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit - Matthew 28:19
