Sermons on Christian Baptism:

The Importance Of Water Baptism

Contributed by Mark Lewis on Mar 29, 2009

Discusses the basic tenant of water baptism and why we should be baptized in water.

THE IMPORTANCE OF WATER BAPTISM ROMANS 6:1-11 INTRO. – Baptism is taught clearly in Scripture and since the Scriptures are the best and most obvious authority on any issue, especially this one, let’s use them for our guide on this issue as well. I. THE MANDATE OF WATER BAPTISM A. As you read ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Baptism Series

Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Jun 23, 2009

Part 2 of 4 in the teaching series "SENT" which explores Jesus’ commission to his disciples. This message gives an overview of baptism and it’s role in the life of a follower of Jesus.

:: Understanding Baptism God’s Command: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you” [Matthew 28:18-20] God’s Promise: “The one who believes and is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: *other

Baptism

Contributed by Robert Cox on Jun 2, 2007

Why should we be baptized?

MARK 1:2 It is written in Isaiah the prophet: "I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way"— 3"a voice of one calling in the desert, ’Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’ " 4And so John came, baptizing in the desert region and preaching a baptism of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:2-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Baptism

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Apr 17, 2007

Baptism is an amazing picture of three things

Matthew 28:19 Baptist Distinctives: Baptism Introduction A. Matthew 28:19 B. Though baptism is a subject we don’t often discuss, it is one that raises questions in our minds. (Work through PP questions & pictures) C. Historically few things so controversial as baptism: John the Baptist, infant ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism

Contributed by Pastor Henry Nilam on Aug 20, 2018

A complete message on Baptism

I told long back that “If you Born Twice than you would die only once” But if you “Born once than you die Twice” 1 Corinthians 15:44-48 (NKJV) 44 It is sown a natural body, it is raised a spiritual body. There is a natural body, and there is a spiritual body. 45 And so it is written, “The first ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:44-48, Job 14:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Baptism? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 27, 2010

Water baptism is a public proclamation of one’s belief in Jesus Christ who died, was buried, and rose from the dead personally for them.

It’s a beautiful sunny day right here at the shores of Lake Michigan! This is the day and the place that the Lord has made for you and me! Praise God?? Rejoice!! Today is a good day to do a baptism! But why is it that there are so many differing thoughts about baptism? Some baptize infants; ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Baptism

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Aug 16, 2023

At the end of the time Jesus was upon the earth, he showed himself to his disciples and told them certain things they were to do after he returned to Heaven. Luke records some of the things commanded. Matthew gives a clear command, "Baptizing them". Let us find out about this baptism.

At the end of the time Jesus was upon the earth, he showed himself to his disciples and told them certain things they were to do after he returned to Heaven. Let us read Luke’s account; Luke 24:44-53. 44 And he said unto them, These are the words which I spake unto you, while I was yet with you, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 24:44-53, 1 Peter 3:20-21, Matthew 3:1-2, John 3:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Baptism

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Feb 25, 2008

A sermon forthe 4th Sunday in Lent Blind man receives sight

Fourth Sunday in Lent John 9:1-41 Baptism "As he passed by, he saw a man blind from his birth. And his disciples asked him, "Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?" Jesus answered, "It was not that this man sinned, or his parents, but that the works of God might ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Lutheran

There Is One Baptism Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 6, 2025

The Apostle Paul was once a persecutor of Christians known as Saul of Tarsus. It was only during an encounter with the Risen Savior that he experienced a turnaround and began to tell everyone about Jesus. (Acts 22:6-16)

There Is One Baptism Ephesians 4:4 Introduction The Apostle Paul was once a persecutor of Christians known as Saul of Tarsus. It was only during an encounter with the Risen Savior that he experienced a turnaround and began to tell everyone about Jesus. (Acts 22:6-16) In our series on Seven ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Baptism: Obligation Or Option”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Mar 18, 2002

This sermon examines: Three types of baptism, why be baptized, and the significance of baptism.

Into: Some people treat the Bible as if it where a buffet, they just pick and choose the commands they want to obey and pass the others by. They have all kinds of excuses for doing so. Illustration: A man walked up to a vending machine, put in a coin, pressed the buttons labeled, “coffee, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understanding Water Baptism

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015

Understanding Water Baptism...

Understanding Water Baptism The word baptize is from the Greek verb baptidzo which means “to immerse.” The process of baptism consists of immersion, submersion and emergence. This process is used to describe John’s baptism and Christian baptism. Simply stated, to baptize is to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Foursquare

Baptism

Contributed by Craig Smee on Jul 6, 2005

This is an example batism service at pool side

1. INTRO ILLUSTRATION A little girl sat with her parents during a baptismal service one Sunday night, which was a new experience for her. She exclaimed in surprise, ‘Why did he push that guy in the water? Why, Dad, why?’ Her mom tried to explain briefly and quietly, but she just wouldn’t be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-3

Denomination: Christian Church

Baptism

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Jun 28, 2003

This is a short gospel message preached at a baptisimal service, using the account of Noah as symbol of baptism.

Baptism There are many misconceptions about God, many people just thinking that He is just an old man on a cloud. People can see Him as a person to cry out to only when desperate, to use as a swear word when angry or upset, and as somebody to blame when things go wrong. Many have a much clearer ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22, Genesis 6:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Baptism

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Dec 10, 2006

what we learn from the baptism of Jessu

Intro: since we are doing a baptismal service today, I thought it might be good to take a look at the Baptism of Jesus. When Jesus came to John the Baptist, John said, we are doing this all wrong, you don’t need me to baptize you in water, I need you to baptize me in fire. Jesus said, do this now ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Baptism

Contributed by Paul Hammons on Mar 13, 2007

Why be baptized?

Baptism; Romans 6:3-11 Spirit & Water Baptism. Why water baptism? In Acts 2:38, “Peter replied, ‘Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.’” Matthew 14:26, “And when the disciples saw ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:3-11