Baptism is symbolic of the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ.

Once we have accepted Jesus as our Lord and Savior, baptism is a way for us to publicly declare our new life in Christ. It is also a step of obedience based on God’s commands and allows us to follow the example of Jesus, who submitted himself to baptism to "fulfill all righteousness.

• Matthew 3:16-17, 28:18-20
• Acts 2:41, 8:12
• Romans 6:4
• Colossians 2:12