Sermons on Baptism Proceeds Birth:

Jesus And His Baptism Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on Jan 18, 2021

Some people want to ignore the baptism of Jesus but it was God's plan that He be baptized and so should we be baptize.

Why was Jesus Christ baptized? Even the one who was adminstering the baptism was confused why he was coming to him, John the Baptist. Why Jesus? John was preaching the good news that Jesus was coming and the people had to be ready for Him by coming in repentance. Jesus, being sinless, did NOT need ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beyond The Waters Of Baptism

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Feb 22, 2021

The sermon seeks to emphasize how Jesus was humbly obedient even to the point of death on a cross.

BEYOND THE WATERS OF BAPTISM Text: Mark 1:9 -15 Mark 1:9-15  In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan.  (10)  And just as he was coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens torn apart and the Spirit descending like a dove on him. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Denomination: United Methodist

Baptism At The Red Sea Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 23, 2021

In 1 Corinthians 10:1-2, Paul said, “All our fathers were under the cloud, all passed through the sea, all were baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea.” This message looks at how the Red Sea crossing is connected to baptism.

When I was in high school, I was part of an acapella quartet, and we sang all over the county. Well, one time our group sang at a black church in Perryville, and at the end of the service a baptism was held. Something I remember that had an emotional impact on me was the singing of an old Negro ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:5-30, 1 Corinthians 10:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism: Identifying With Christ Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 23, 2021

This message views the symbol of baptism and looks at it piece by piece, in order to understand what it represents; which, in the end, will provide a fuller picture of how we’re supposed to live our life for Jesus Christ.

This morning I’m going to be preaching on baptism and have us look at its symbolism; and I want to begin with an illustration. If you have a wedding ring on right now, then take a look at it. “Baptism is like a wedding ring. Both symbolize transactions. A wedding ring symbolizes marriage, just ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Ghost Baptism Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Oct 16, 2015

To establish that only Peter and the eleven received the Holy Ghost Baptism on the day of Pentecost. This gift of God (Holy Ghost Baptism) was not received by any of the assembled multitude, the 120 disciples or any other believers on that day.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Promise of the Holy Ghost 2. Purpose of the Holy Ghost 3. Pentecost and the Holy Ghost Remarks. 1. There has been many promises of the Holy Ghost baptism starting with the prophesy of Joel and culminating with the teachings of Christ. Joel said: "It shall come to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Objections To Nt Baptism

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 15, 2014

A sermon on objections to NT immersion (Material adapted from Eddie Parrish of The Truth In Love, P.O. Box 865, Hurst, Texas 76053, The Truth About Baptism, #1019 to #1021 Objections to Baptism; conclusion adapted from Brian Jones from Christian Standard)

HoHum: Max Lucado- Baptism separates the tire kickers from the car buyers. WBTU: Baptism is essential for salvation. It is not just helpful or advisable or needful but essential, in other words cannot have one without the other. When we say this many disagree and they give many objections to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Baptism In The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Nov 9, 2014

The Holy Spirit, Who He is and how to receive.

The Baptism In The Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit is God the Spirit, the third person of the Trinity. He is co-equal and co-eternal with God the Father and God the Son (the Lord Jesus Christ). (Acts 5:3-4 3 But Peter said, “Ananias, why has Satan filled your heart to lie to the Holy Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Baptism In The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Nov 18, 2014

Summary: In the same way that Jesus was anointed with the Holy Spirit, He wants to fill us with the Spirit so we can transform people¡¦s lives today. Scripture: Acts 1:8-2:4

The Baptism in the Holy Spirit OPENING: DO YOU NEED FRESH FIRE FROM HEAVEN? “And the fire on the altar shall be kept burning on it; it shall not be put out.” (Lev. 6:12). INTRO TO TOPIC: The Bible tells us “how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Remember Your Baptism!

Contributed by Kevin Barron on Jan 13, 2014

This sermon on the Baptism of the Lord Sunday, Year A, seeks to remind us what baptism means in our lives.

REMEMBER YOUR BAPTISM! MATTHEW 3:13-17 JANUARY 12, 2014 BAPTISM OF THE LORD SUNDAY, YEAR A FARM HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, HARRISBURG, AR INTRO. Strange things can happen at baptisms. I read somewhere of a pastor who was baptizing in a river. Not realizing what he was doing, he positioned the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Holy Ghost Baptism

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 29, 2011

Holy Ghost baptism is a gift from God to believers, and we must follow the scriptural principles in the reception and the operation of the gift in the Church.

THE HOLY GHOST BAPTISM Study Texts: Matthew 28:19; Acts 1:8 Introduction The Christian needs the power of the Holy Ghost for exploits in the service of the Lord. Enduement with power from on high makes a great difference in a believer’s life, ministry, home, and in every area of his/her ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Baptism Of New Life Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 10, 2012

Jesus' baptism was more than a mere example that we should follow. It was a start of his ministry; his new life. Our baptism reflects Jesus'. We too are identified as God's own, filled with the Holy Spirit, and die to live a new life of mission and minist

Mark 1:4-11 “A Baptism of New Life” INTRODUCTION We are one week into the new year. Many of us may pooh pooh New Year’s resolutions, and mutter under our breath that it is just another day—one of three hundred and sixty-five. Still, there is a newness about this time. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Baptism Is The Defining Moment

Contributed by Daniel Keeran on Jul 25, 2011

Scriptures that show the meaning and purpose of baptism from John the Baptist to Paul.

BAPTISM IS THE DEFINING MOMENT 1 Confessing Their Sins Matthew 3:6 “Confessing their sins, they were baptized by him in the Jordan River.” 2 All Israel Was Baptized Mark 1:5 “And there went out unto him all the land of Judaea, and they of Jerusalem, and were all ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Tom Feola on Mar 21, 2012

The Baptism of the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in Tongues is a powerful gift that God has given to the Believer.

The Baptism of the Holy Spirit John 7:37-39 (NKJV) The Promise of the Holy Spirit [37] On the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried out, saying, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink. [38] “He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, out of his ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Tell The Truth - Baptism

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Oct 29, 2012

Very simple sermon on the basics of Baptism

TO TELL THE TRUTH Matthew 3: 13-17 THE PURPOSE OF THIS SERMON IS TO TELL THE TRUTH. .. TO REMOVE THE VEIL OR CLOUDS AROUND BAPTISM. Some remember the old game show… To Tell the Truth With Kitty Carlisle and Orson Bean My purpose is not to remember that old game show But to break ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Wonder Of Jesus’ Baptism Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 3, 2013

Why did John baptize Jesus? And why so quickly? Granted Jesus said it was to "fulfill all righteousness", but what exactly could that mean?

OPEN: A little girl wanted to get baptized but her mother wanted her to attend some classes to make sure she knew what she was committing herself to. After one of the classes, her mother asked, "Honey, what does baptism mean?" Thinking hard, the little girl the finally said, "Well, it isn’t the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ