Sermons on All About Baptism:

Baptism And The Lord's Supper Series

Contributed by Todd Blair on Jun 22, 2022

Why are Baptism and the Lord's Supper so important?

*Show the American flag* What does this flag mean to you? Why is it important? What does it stand for? Is it really that big of a deal? If I spilled some juice here this morning, would anybody have a problem if I used this old flag to soak it up? What if I used it to dry my car after I washed it? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-32, Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Receive The Baptism In The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 13, 2007

Shows the importance of Receiving the Baptism in the Holy Spirit

Why receive the Baptism in the Spirit Begin by asking everyone to change places in the church Acts 1:5 For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost not many days hence. Last Sunday we looked at what the Baptism in the Holy Ghost is not. This ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:5-8

Denomination: Church Of God

God Shows Approval Through Baptism

Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 9, 2009

“As Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove. And a voice came from heaven: ‘You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased’” Mark 1:10-11.

Theme: God shows approval through baptism Text: Gen. 1:1-5; Acts 19:1-7; Mark 1:4-11 It is one thing to be accepted by God and quite another thing to be approved by Him. In Rev. 17:14 the Scriptures reveal that Jesus Christ has an army of followers through whom He fights and overcomes His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Baptism Is More Than Fire Insurance”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jan 8, 2025

100 mile and hour winds. Burning homes, business, thousands must flee the hot, endless flames. In baptism one commits their life to following Jesus, receiving forgiveness, and the Holy Spirit. (check out Martin Luther's definition to the 3rd article of the Apostle's Creed.

In Jesus Holy Name January 12, 2025 Luke 3:21-22 “Baptism is More Than Fire Insurance” 100 mile an hour winds …Burning homes. Burning business. Thousands of people fleeing Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Pasadena, parts of Malibu… we are told that thousands of homes and buildings have been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-22, Mark 1:9-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Following Jesus, My Decision For Baptism Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 14, 2022

Philip was doing a great work in Samaria when the Holy Spirit sent him on what seemed a strange mission: go to Gaza, a desert region, and then get into a chariot. He obeyed, an Ethiopian official believed, and followed the Lord in baptism.

Foreword: Full disclosure, I am a Southern Baptist and present this message from that perspective. Water baptism is part of the Great Commission (Matthew 28, Mark 16, e.g.) and is mentioned in connection with belief and with becoming a disciple. It is readily admitted there are others who hold ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: A Baptism That Was More Than An Example Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on May 18, 2009

This message examines Jesus’ Baptism and what it means to us.

It had to be quite a sight, a man in a camel hair coat standing dripping wet in the middle of the Jordan River. More than that can you imagine the smell; dry camel hair does not smell the best, can you imagine the smell of wet camel hair? Besides dressing funny and smelling bad his behavior was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do We Still Need Baptism?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 27, 2016

In this passage Jesus teaches us: 1. The Importance of Baptism 2. The Transformational Nature of Baptism 3. Our Baptismal Identity. This is a message that speaks of the sacredness of Christian baptism.

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17 Theme: Baptism Title: Do we still need baptism? Proposition: In this passage Jesus teaches us: 1. The Importance of Baptism 2. The Transformational Nature of Baptism 3. Our Baptismal Identity Grace and peace from God our Father and from Jesus Christ who came ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Baptism And Communion - The Power And Importance Of Symbolism

Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Dec 5, 2011

Why do so many road signs use only symbols to convey their message? Because the message is recognizable and understood almost instantly, and because unlike words, symbols hold their meaning and are very often universally understood. Perhaps that is why Go

THE POWER OF SYMBOLISM 12-04-11 Pastor Dan Little AdFontes.djl@gmail.com This morning after the baptism service, we will come to the Communion Table. That being the case I want to talk to you about the power of symbolism. Communicating by symbols is a very powerful form of communication. Think ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:7-9

Denomination: *other

Baptism Service Defining Moments And Choices. Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 11, 2012

Baptism Message preached at a baptismal service for 3 church members in September 2012.

BAPTISM SERVICE Defining Moments and Choices. Each of us has a story of our life. A story made up of events and circumstances, moments and choices. A story that contains good days and not so good days. ____ story is different from _____ and ____. Your story is different from mine, and different ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Baptism In The Holy Spirit, Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Greg Tabor on Feb 7, 2010

My goal in this sermon is to convince you from Scripture that the Baptism in the Holy Spirit is an experience for empowerment that is subsequent to salvation.

The Baptism in the Holy Spirit, pt. 1 Lighthouse Assembly of God 7/27/08 and 8/3/08 Pastor Greg Tabor Introduction This week and next week we will be looking at the Doctrine of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit and the Doctrine of the Initial Physical Evidence of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. We ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Baptism: Christian Divider Or Fellowship Builder?

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Jan 15, 2009

This is 2 of 2 sermons that share some common elements. This one addresses the idea that many Christian churches add theology rather than focusing on what scripture teaches us. In short, we need to focus more on being one Christian church rather than ge

Introduction Baptism has become a part of every believer’s life. At some point, we make the plunge, we’re cleansed from our sins, and take on the name as a Christian. But, Christians, as a whole, cannot agree on the proper way to baptize and the effect that bestows on us. Tonight, I’d like you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Baptism Of Jesus - Going Deeper Into Service

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 20, 2007

A short talk encouraging the congregation to see that God wants us to become more like Jesus.

Matthew 3: 13-17 Are there some things that we would never expect the Queen to have to do? I guess we wouldn’t expect her to be on the ‘phone arranging all of her appointments because she has a secretary to do that. If she attends a major engagement – perhaps as the Patron of a charity – and there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Anglican

Game Day - We All Play

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jul 28, 2003

A message about moving from being a spectator to being a player in the ministry game.

22, June 2003 Dakota Community Church Game Day - We All Play Introduction: Tonight I want to talk about getting into the game of life – the Christian Life! We have been talking about trusting God, having faith in His Word, and taking steps of faith. Now here are some definite decisions to make ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33, Matthew 10:17-38

Denomination: Mennonite

The End Of All Kingdoms- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Jul 7, 2014

It is all about the kingdoms in existence before and during the birth of Jesus Christ on the earth

THE END OF ALL KINGDOMS- PART 2 This is THE TRUMPETER, a medium dedicated to warning and informing God's people. Its also the period we are looking at the world events and amazing facts about the last days, as already foretold in the Word of God. In today's episode, we are going to conclude ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:31-35

Denomination: Anglican

We All Got Issues!!! But God

Contributed by Pastor Charles Wilkins on May 21, 2023

This story about the woman with the issue of blood in the Bible will empower, encourage and inspire you.

We all have issues. Some of us have big issues others have small issues but it can be certain that we all have issues. Some of us have come to realize that we have issues while others of us are still trying to figure out what’s wrong with everyone else in the world It is worse for a person who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:43-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational