Baptism FAq
What is Baptism?
Baptism is a public declaration of faith. It represents a believer’s union with Jesus Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection. Going under the water symbolizes being buried with Christ, dying to sin, while emerging from the water signifies rising to a new life in Him, reflecting spiritual resurrection and renewal.
When Should I be Baptized?
A person should be baptized after repenting of sin and accepting Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. Disciple Central Community Church baptizes every 2nd Sunday, after worship.
Do you Baptize children?
Yes. We baptize children who are 3 years and older.
What happens during my baptism?
There is a short class, then a ceremony. The baptism candidate is briefly immersed in water and raised in celebration.
What is the mode of baptism (sprinkle, pour or immerse)?
- The Greek word baptizo means “to plunge, dip, immerse” something into the water.
- The New Testament supports baptism by immersion (Mk. 1:5; 9-11, Jn. 3:23, Acts 8:36-39)
- Baptism by immersion, which symbolizes union with Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection, is a picture of the spiritual baptism that takes place the moment one becomes a Christian (Rom. 6:1-5).
Who should be baptized?
Only those who give a believable profession of faith should be baptized. This is often referred to as believer’s baptism (Acts 2:41, 8:12, 16:29-34).
Why should anyone seek baptism in the local church?
- Baptism openly identifies you as a follower of Christ (Jn. 4:1)
- Baptism openly obeys the command of Christ (Mt. 28:19)
What are the spiritual benefits of baptism?
- The one being baptized experiences the blessings of God’s favor that comes with obedience.
- The one’s witnessing the baptism experience great joy over the public confession of the one being baptized.
- Christians are encouraged to confess Christ all the more and those who don’t know Christ are encouraged to confess Christ for the first time.