We’re starting a new series focused on the life of Kingdom citizens. This first installment of Kingdom Life looks at the beginning of our Kingdom life – baptism.

Scripture Reference

Romans 6:1-5

Complementary Reading:
Mark 1:1-11

Sermon Audio

Sermon Notes

Baptism is A Command, Symbol, Announcement, and Act of Obedience

• Baptism is a Command
  • The church is commanded to make disciples and baptize them by immersion
  • This isn’t a human tradition, but the command of Christ
• Baptism is a Symbol of Your Union with Christ
  • When we believe in Jesus, we are new creation in Him
  • Baptism is a symbol of our death, burial, and resurrection in Christ
• Baptism is Your New Birth Announcement
  • In Christ, we’re born again
  • Baptism is an outward announcement of our inward change
• Baptism is Your Act of Obedience to Christ
  • A promise to submit to Jesu as Lord
  • An acceptance of His invitation to “follow Me”