BAPTISM REGISTRATION

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? How many times 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.
Once a person is saved, he or she only needs to be baptized once.
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.