As one of two ordinances in the New Testament that Jesus calls his people to regularly observe, it is important that believers understand the truth about baptism. Throughout the history of the early church in Acts, Luke records several passages that offer examples of individuals responding in faith to the message of Jesus and then being baptized. Baptism does not and cannot save. Baptism is an illustration, baptism is a picture, a symbol of what is accomplished in a believer when they place their faith in Jesus alone for salvation. Baptism testifies to others that you are a follower of Jesus, that you are a genuine believer. Baptist again, does not and cannot save, but it reminds us of the work of Jesus. Baptism reminds us of his death, burial and resurrection, and it calls believers to live differently. It is essential that believers understand the ordinance of baptism.
