Pastor Tim reminds us that baptism is a powerful and symbolic act rooted in obedience to Christ’s command in Matthew 28:19, representing our repentance, testimony, and identification with Jesus. As a church, we practice baptism by full immersion because the biblical word baptizo means to submerge—symbolizing our death to sin, burial with Christ, and resurrection into new life. Pastor Tim emphasizes the importance of understanding this commitment before being baptized, warning against rushing the process and offering false assurance without genuine faith. He challenges us to count the cost of following Jesus, knowing that true conversion requires dying to self and fully living for Him. As we witness baptisms today, let’s reflect on our own spiritual journey and take the next step—whether in renewal or first-time commitment—to live a fully surrendered life to Christ.
