Believer’s baptism is an outward expression of an inward transformation. It is a public declaration that a person has placed their faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. It is the immersion of a believer in water in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19). In obedience to Christ, baptism publicly proclaims that a person is united to Christ by faith in His death, burial, andresurrection (Romans 6:3-4), and is a member of His body, the Church (1 Corinthians 12:13)
FAQS
Why should I be baptized?
Jesus commanded His followers to be baptized (Matthew 28:19-20). Baptism is an act of obedience and a way to publicly proclaim your faith in Christ. It is also a powerful picture of how we have died to our old life and have been raised to new life in Him.
Does baptism save me?
No, baptism does not save you. Salvation is by grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone (Ephesians 2:8-9). Baptism is a step of obedience and a visible testimony of the salvation you have already received.
What if I was baptized as an infant?
The Bible teaches that baptism follows a personal decision to trust in Christ. If you were baptized as an infant but have since come to faith in Jesus, we encourage you to be baptized as a believer, making your own declaration of faith.
Am I ready to get baptized?
Can you say yes to the following questions?
Do you believe that you are a sinner separated from God? (Romans 3:23)
Do you believe that your sins deserve punishment and that the punishment for your sin is death? (Romans 6:23)
Do you believe that there is nothing you can do to earn salvation? (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Do you believe that God loved you so much that He sent His Son to the cross for you and there took your punishment? (John 3:16; Romans 5:8)
Have you put your trust in Christ? (Romans 10:9-10)
With all your heart, do you intend to walk with Christ all of your life? (Colossians 1:10)
Do you believe that you are a sinner separated from God? (Romans 3:23)
Do you believe that your sins deserve punishment and that the punishment for your sin is death? (Romans 6:23)
Do you believe that there is nothing you can do to earn salvation? (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Do you believe that God loved you so much that He sent His Son to the cross for you and there took your punishment? (John 3:16; Romans 5:8)
Have you put your trust in Christ? (Romans 10:9-10)
With all your heart, do you intend to walk with Christ all of your life? (Colossians 1:10)
What if I never get baptized?
Baptism is not a requirement for salvation, but it is a step of obedience. If you have truly placed your faith in Christ, your salvation is secure. However, choosing not to be baptized is neglecting a command of Jesus and missing an opportunity to publicly identify with Him.
How does Olivet baptize?
We baptize by immersion, which we believe best symbolizes death, burial, and resurrection, and is the way baptism was
demonstrated by Jesus and the Apostles (Matthew 3:16; Acts 8:38-39).
demonstrated by Jesus and the Apostles (Matthew 3:16; Acts 8:38-39).
READY TO GET BAPTIZED?
