Higher Everyday (08/11/2023): Benefits Of Water Baptism

Higher Everyday
Benefits Of Water Baptism
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Key Verse
“He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned” (Mark 16:16).

Text — Acts 2:37-42
Message
Water baptism is an ordinance instituted by the Lord Jesus after his resurrection and shortly before his ascension. It is to be administered to converts who believe and receive the gospel. The early Church practised it diligently as Jesus commanded. From Christ’s teaching and the apostles’ doctrine, baptism is by one immersion in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19).

Though water baptism is not equal to salvation, it has many benefits.

It is a mark of obedience. Jesus commanded it.
It signifies the beginning of discipleship – outward declaration of our faith in Christ.
It is an identification with the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. And this has spiritual blessings attached to it.
It strengthens our faith. This ordinance helps us reflect on the work accomplished by Christ on the cross.
It is a witness, both to the world and to the brethren. When we are baptised, we testify to the world that a new life has begun.
If you have believed, you must be baptized.

Quote
It strengthens our faith

Challenge
If you have believed, you must be baptized.

Prayer for today
Lord, I am ready to obey your word on water baptism.