WATER BAPTISM

 Common Questions
We’re here to assist with any questions you might have. Explore our frequently asked questions below to find out more about baptism, our baptism process, and sharing your personal journey.​

WHY BE BAPTIZED?
Jesus was baptized. (Matthew 3:13-17)
Baptism was part of Jesus’ ministry. (John 3:22; John 4:2)
Jesus commanded baptism. (Matthew 28:18-20)
The early church practiced baptism. (Acts 2:38-41)
Baptism was a first response in every recorded conversion in the book of Acts. (Acts 8:12-13; Acts 8:36-39; Acts 9:18;

Acts 10:47-48; Acts 16:15; Acts 16:33; Acts 18:8)
Baptism was named an essential part of Christianity. (Ephesians 4:4-6)

WHAT IS THE MEANING OF BAPTISM?
Baptism is a personal identification with the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ. (Romans 6:3-5)
Baptism into Christ is clothing oneself with Christ. (Galatians 3:26-27)
Baptism is identified with circumcision, the putting off of the sinful nature. (Colossians 2:9-15)
Baptism is likened to salvation that came through the ark of Noah. (1 Peter 3:21-22)
Baptism is associated with the washing away of sins. (Acts 22:16; Acts 9)
 
WHY IMMERSION?
In the early church, baptism was always the response of a person who had heard and believed the gospel and immersion was

the only known and recognized mode of baptism. The practice of sprinkling came about in later centuries in response to some unbiblical beliefs. One such erroneous belief was that infants were born sinners and should be baptized soon after their birth.

The Bible, however, teaches that infants are born innocent and will become sinners eventually by their own choices. In fact, Jesus said little children are examples for adults to follow (Matthew 18:1-4).
 

WHEN SHOULD I BE BAPTIZED?
Immediately after you believe in Christ.

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WHERE SHOULD I BE BAPTIZED?
Any body of water will do. There should always be witnesses to your baptism. The church receives a tremendous blessing when all can share in your decision. The baptistry at Bouldercrest is ready at all times.

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WHAT CHURCH SHOULD I BE BAPTIZED INTO?
A believer is baptized into Jesus Christ, not a specific denomination.

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WHO CAN BAPTIZE ME?
Any baptized Christian (family, friend, or pastor) can baptize you. We encourage you to ask the person who led you to the Lord or a believing family member to baptize you.

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WHAT ABOUT CHILDREN?
Because baptism is always the response of a believer in faith, children may be baptized at Bouldercrest when they are old enough to understand, believe, and respond to the gospel in faith. Special baptism studies have been designed for children and students who feel they are ready for or have questions about baptism.