Sermons on commands of baptism:

Baptism - A Marking Point

Contributed by Norayr Hajian on Dec 24, 2003

Baptism is a marking point in one’s life - a reminder that they have been "crucified with Christ" and no longer under obligation to sin.

How many people remember where they were and what they were doing on the morning of September 11, 2001? There are events that happen in our lives that become marking points in our memory – some of these moments have little to do with us, but then there are some marking points that are very ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-4, Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Nazarene

The Baptism In The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Dan Campbell on Feb 24, 2003

Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?

THE BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT ... live by the Spirit ... walk in the Spirit Galatians 5:16 Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed? Acts 19:2 After Jesus’ ascension the Church experienced revival. It was sovereignly ordained by God. Joel prophesied of this great outpouring ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:2, Galatians 5:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Life After Baptism

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Apr 18, 2004

There is more to being a Christian after Baptism. There is a Life After Baptism.

LIFE AFTER BAPTISM Romans 6:1-6 : Baptism is a very important part of a believers walk. It is then that a person who has accepted Christ as their Lord and Savior show the world their profession of faith. As they stand poised to be immersed into the water they are saying I have decided to follow ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:7-15, Romans 6:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Baptism: Taking The Plunge

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 17, 2004

One of the foundational doctrines of our Christian faith is the doctrine of baptism. I would like to share with you this morning that on the map to Heaven, baptism is one of the directions. I do not want you to take my word for it. I want you to listen

BAPTISM: TAKING THE PLUNGE JOHN 3:1-17 ACTS 2:36-41 ROMANS 6:1-7 INTRODUCTION... Bits and Pieces, Vol. F, #41 The Rev. Billy Graham tells of a time early in his career when he arrived in a small town to preach a sermon. Wanting to mail a letter, he asked a young boy where the post office was. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17, Romans 6:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Baptism Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Johnny Small on Oct 17, 2002

What does it mean to be baptized with the Holy Spirit and can you be a Christian without it?

Baptism of the Holy Spirit Why is it that we seldom hear a sermon on the Holy Spirit in some of our churches today? Is it that we are afraid of the actions of our members if they do let the Holy Spirit lead them in worship? I believe to be a true Christian we must be baptized with the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:11, Acts 19:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism Of Our Lord A

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Jan 10, 2002

"Oh How I Love Jesus" We hear the words spoken to Jesus at his baptism, before his ministry has begun that, "This is my beloved, with whom I am well pleased" and the same is said to us without us having to earn it. Our response is love for God and love

Baptism of Our Lord Matthew 3:13-17 3 January 2002 Rev. Roger Haugen “O How I love Jesus O how I love Jesus, O how I love Jesus, Because he first loved me.” Because he first loved me. Before I could do anything, before I could even think of needing to do something, Jesus loved me. Our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Lutheran

It All Began With Baptism

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jan 11, 2002

how the ministry of Christ took off after his baptism and how our’s does too

January 13, 2002 Acts 13:34-38 34 Then Peter began to speak: “I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism 35 but accepts men from every nation who fear him and do what is right. 36 You know the message God sent to the people of Israel, telling the good news of peace through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Baptism Is Just The Beginning

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 11, 2002

Baptism is not just the beginning, it is a life of faith that is required

Swanton Novers 14-04-02 2 Tim. 3:10-17 and 4: 6-8 - Baptism of Joshua Paul, in this morning’s reading, is writing to Timothy who is a Bishop in Ephesus, in modern day Turkey. He encourages Timothy to remain faithful to the Christian faith. He reminds him how ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus' Baptismal Prayer

Contributed by Mike Honzell on Feb 12, 2002

study about prayer

JESUS’ BAPTISIMAL PRAYER Luke 3: 21-22 INTRODUCTION: A. The first public act in Jesus’ ministry was to be baptized 1. Jesus was baptized for a different reason that we are 2. Why we are baptized: a. To show in picture form what Jesus did to save us-- His death ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Contrast/Baptismal Call

Contributed by Mark Ripper on Apr 23, 2001

Compares the actions of the disciples during the passion of Christ with their actions after the Resurrection.

Contrast – In today’s readings we see the contrast in the apostles faith in the Gospel of Mark and that of Peter and John in the Acts of the Apostles. In the Gospel Jesus is recounting their unbelief – The two woman return from the tomb and tell the apostles of Jesus Christ Resurrection, yet they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:9-15, Acts 4:13-21

Denomination: Catholic

Baptism: The Sacrament Of Solidarity

Contributed by John Knight on Jun 4, 2002

An apology for baptism

Baptism: The Sacrament of Solidarity Mark 1:4-11 Matthew 3:1-17; Mark 1:4-11; Luke 3:1-22; John 1:19-34 Intro: My personal experience with baptism I. Nature and Purpose of Baptism (Reason) Young people, secular- are weary of the old and established forms of religion They question the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Holiness

Cup Or Baptism Of Discipleship!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jan 15, 2011

In this sermon outline we point out the suffering of Jesus in accepting the PERFECT WILL OF THE FATHER. In this, we also can see what it takes to be a disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ. All disciples are believers but not all believers are disciples. Th

Cup or Baptism of Discipleship! (Mat 20:20 KJV) Then came to him the mother of Zebedee's children with her sons, worshipping him, and desiring a certain thing of him. (Mat 20:21 KJV) And he said unto her, What wilt thou? She saith unto him, Grant that these my two sons may sit, the one on thy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

The Difference Baptism Makes Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 29, 2011

Baptism was never meant to be an empty ritual. It has implications for our everyday lives

Romans 6:12-23 “The Difference Baptism Makes” INTRODUCTION In 1517 Martin Luther had a problem. A monk by the name of Tetzel was selling indulgences. An indulgence is a certificate guaranteeing the forgiveness of all sins—for a small price. Not only did Luther have a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:12-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Holy Spirit Baptism Series

Contributed by Pastor Glen Key on Mar 2, 2011

Many debates have occurred over this teaching among our Christian brethren. We find in the scripture the Holy Spirit works in many different ways in the world and in the lives of born again believer’s. Baptism in the Holy Ghost is viewed as a dis

ARTICLE 8 We believe in the baptism with the Holy Ghost subsequent to a clean heart. Many debates have occurred over this teaching among our Christian brethren. We find in the scripture the Holy Spirit works in many different ways in the world and in the lives of born again believer’s. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Church Of God

Stepping Into The Water: Baptism Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 11, 2010

What is baptism?

Ephesians 4:4-6 “ There is one body and one Spirit-- just as you were called to one hope when you were called-- one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.” (NIV) There is an inward and an outward baptism. BAPTISM!! The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-6

Denomination: Baptist