Baptism https://www.christianity.com/jesus/following-jesus/baptism/rss/ Biblical answers to questions relating to Baptism. Copyright https://www.christianity.com 2026, Christianity.com Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:25:40 -0400 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-terms/what-does-baptism-mean.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-terms/what-does-baptism-mean.html Dr. Ray Pritchard What Is Baptism? It's Meaning and Importance in Christianity The article discusses the importance of baptism in Christianity, particularly for believers. It explains that baptism is a public declaration of faith and a symbolic act of spiritual rebirth, marking the beginning of a believer's journey in faith. The article emphasizes that baptism is not just a ritual but a powerful statement of one's commitment to Christ. Key points: * Baptism is a crucial step in the Christian journey, symbolizing death, burial, and resurrection. * It is a public declaration of faith and a visible sign of one's commitment to Christ. * Baptism is not just for infants but also for adults who have come to faith later in life. * The article highlights the importance of baptism as a step of obedience and a witness to Fri, 16 Jun 2023 17:03:00 -0400 2026-03-31T03:25:40-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/jesus/following-jesus/baptism/should-infants-be-baptized.html https://www.christianity.com/jesus/following-jesus/baptism/should-infants-be-baptized.html Mark Dever https://www.christianity.com/author/mark-dever/ Should Infants Be Baptized? Thu, 06 Oct 2011 10:21:28 -0400 2026-03-31T03:25:40-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/jesus/following-jesus/baptism/why-is-it-important-for-christians-to-be-baptized.html https://www.christianity.com/jesus/following-jesus/baptism/why-is-it-important-for-christians-to-be-baptized.html Russell Moore https://www.christianity.com/author/russell-moore/ Why is It Important for Christians to Be Baptized? Thu, 29 Sep 2011 10:11:41 -0400 2026-03-31T03:25:40-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/jesus/following-jesus/baptism/the-great-commission-and-baptism.html https://www.christianity.com/jesus/following-jesus/baptism/the-great-commission-and-baptism.html Charles Stanley https://www.christianity.com/author/charles-stanley/ The Great Commission and Baptism? Mon, 09 Aug 2010 10:44:27 -0400 2026-03-31T03:25:40-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/jesus/following-jesus/baptism/the-message-of-baptism.html https://www.christianity.com/jesus/following-jesus/baptism/the-message-of-baptism.html Charles Stanley What Is the Symbolism and Importance of Water Baptism? When we enter the waters of baptism, we’re proclaiming the gospel message. Baptism symbolizes a believer's death to sin and new life in Jesus Christ. Mon, 09 Aug 2010 10:38:12 -0400 2026-03-31T03:25:40-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/jesus/following-jesus/baptism/is-baptism-necessary-for-salvation.html https://www.christianity.com/jesus/following-jesus/baptism/is-baptism-necessary-for-salvation.html Bryan Chapell https://www.christianity.com/author/bryan-chapell/ Is Baptism Necessary for Salvation? Fri, 02 Jul 2010 15:25:06 -0400 2026-03-31T03:25:40-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/jesus/following-jesus/baptism/do-christians-need-to-be-baptized.html https://www.christianity.com/jesus/following-jesus/baptism/do-christians-need-to-be-baptized.html Dr. Charles Stanley https://www.christianity.com/author/charles-stanley/ Do Christians Need to Be Baptized? Mon, 07 Jun 2010 10:01:00 -0400 2026-03-31T03:25:40-04:00