Water Baptism at Grace Family
We celebrate your salvation story and are excited that you are considering baptism! Before you sign up for water baptism, please read the information below and scripture references. This will help you understand our theological position on baptism and also help you make an informed decision about being water baptized.
What is Water Baptism?
Simply put, baptism is an act of obedience for the believer in Jesus Christ. It is a symbol of Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection and of your new life as a Christian.
"We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life" Romans 6:4
Water baptism does not make you a believer and it is not a means of salvation, as only faith in Christ's work on the cross has the power to save. Rather, baptism is like a wedding ring, an outward symbol of the commitment you have already made.
1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Ephesians 2:8-10
Common Baptism Questions & Biblical Answers
Anyone who has repented of their sins and believed in Jesus Christ (Acts 2:41, Acts 8:12-13).
As soon as possible after you become a believer! (Acts 8:35-38)
Because Christ commanded it (Matthew 28:18-19).
Because baptism shows you’re a believer (Acts 18:8).
Because obeying Christ gives evidence that you know Him (1 John 2:3).
By full immersion in water, just as Jesus was baptized (Matthew 3:16).
We have an onsite baptismal pool in the main sanctuary so the church family can celebrate with you.
We understand that children can make a genuine profession of faith in Christ and we celebrate when they do. However, it is very important that the person being baptized is intellectually and spiritually mature enough to understand the concepts of personal sin, repentance and forgiveness.
We believe water baptism is to be a once in a lifetime event; therefore, we encourage believing children to wait until they are 13 or older to be baptized. That said, if your child is under that age and is interested in being baptized, please click on the link below and go through the material with your child to determine if they’re ready to be water baptized
DOWNLOAD: Parent’s Guide for the Baptism of Children
Register for the next Water Baptism!
Please listen for the next Water Baptism opportunity which will be announced in our Sunday service starting one month prior to the event. At that time you can return to this page to register. We look forward to celebrating with you this important step in your faith journey!