Check out these passages for a biblical perspective on baptism. Answer the questions below in your Field Guide to help you decide if you need to be baptized.
We’ve already heard about the significance of baptism from Peter and Luke in Acts 2. In the following verses we’ll hear from Paul, the Roman church, and Jesus too!
Romans 6:1-5
Faith and repentance make sense but baptism’s importance can be a head-scratcher. Why do the faithful and repentant need to get dunked? Well, in this passage Paul connects baptism to the cross and the resurrection of Jesus – there couldn’t possibly be a bigger connection!
Paul is reminding the Roman Christians that they became saved when they participated in Jesus’ death, burial and resurrection at baptism.
Mark 16:16
This passage really needs no explanation. Jesus links salvation with baptism in Mark’s great commission!
Questions About Baptism:
In Your Field Guide answer these questions so you can talk to your bible study partner about next steps for salvation:
Further Study If Needed:
You might have more questions – well, here are some more great verses about baptism to check out!