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What Does Baptism Mean?
Big Idea: No matter what's in our past, baptism is a mark of how Jesus has changed us.
Baptism is a picture of death, burial, and resurrection. It means going public with our faith in Jesus and symbolizes that once we come out of the water, we are not the person we were when entering in. We are no longer defined by our sin, but brought to new life with Jesus like He resurrected into new life.
Being baptized is not equal to salvation; it shows a picture of salvation.
Think of it like the way a ring symbolizes marriage. If you take your wedding ring off, you are no less married. The ring simply shows the rest of the world you are married.
You have been made new in your salvation, and baptism is a symbol to those watching—and to those you tell later—that you are no longer a slave to sin and death but are alive in Christ. Because of Jesus, everyone can live in freedom.
Reflect:
In your own words and including your personal story, how would you explain what baptism means? Share your story with a friend or family member today.
Big Idea: No matter what's in our past, baptism is a mark of how Jesus has changed us.
Baptism is a picture of death, burial, and resurrection. It means going public with our faith in Jesus and symbolizes that once we come out of the water, we are not the person we were when entering in. We are no longer defined by our sin, but brought to new life with Jesus like He resurrected into new life.
Being baptized is not equal to salvation; it shows a picture of salvation.
Think of it like the way a ring symbolizes marriage. If you take your wedding ring off, you are no less married. The ring simply shows the rest of the world you are married.
You have been made new in your salvation, and baptism is a symbol to those watching—and to those you tell later—that you are no longer a slave to sin and death but are alive in Christ. Because of Jesus, everyone can live in freedom.
Reflect:
In your own words and including your personal story, how would you explain what baptism means? Share your story with a friend or family member today.
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About this Plan
Salvation is a starting point, not a destination. Getting baptized is the first step in a lifelong journey of following Jesus. It’s way of going public with our faith by declaring before friends, family, and our church that we belong to Jesus. This reading plan was designed to celebrate your baptism and help you discover your next step. Because being a Christian is not about perfection or performance, but about listening to Jesus and doing what He says. Your walk with Jesus is just beginning, and all of us at NewSpring Church are excited to see what’s next!
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