Baby Dedication
Is there a new addition in your family? Perhaps, your kids are older but you didn’t know about dedication till now? If so, we encourage you to join us in dedicating your child to the Lord!
This is a time to thank God for the gift of your precious child and to publicly commit to raising your child “in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.” as Ephesians 6:4 says!
If you have questions or need more information, please fill out this online form or call us at (620) 872-2339.
Water Baptism
According to God’s Word, the first important step after we put faith in Christ is baptism!
Acts 2:41 “Those who accepted His Message were baptized.”
Why should I be baptized?
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To follow the example set by Christ. (Mark 1:9)
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Because Christ asks us to. (Matthew 28:19-20)
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It demonstrates that I really am a believer. (Acts 18:8) (1 John 2:3)
What is the meaning of baptism?
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It is a public demonstration that you are a follower of Christ and His Teaching (Matthew 28:19-20)
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It symbolizes spiritual cleansing. (1 Corinthians 6:11)
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It pictures the true meaning of salvation. (Romans 6:1-4) (Ephesians 2:8-9)
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Baptism doesn’t make you a believer - it shows that you already believe.
Why be baptized by immersion?
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Because Jesus was baptized that way. (Matthew 3:16)
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Every baptism in the Bible was by immersion. (Acts 8:38-39)
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The word “baptize” (baptizo) means “to immerse in water.”
Who should be baptized?
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Every person who Believes in Christ. (Acts 2:41) (Acts 8:12)