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  • Larry Vollink avatar

    Jesus And His Baptism Series

    Contributed by Larry Vollink on Jan 18, 2021
     | 1,779 views

    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

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Beyond The Waters Of Baptism

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Feb 22, 2021
     | 1,615 views

    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

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Baptism Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015
     | 3,548 views

    if you believe in the resurrection and its power for our lives then you have to be open to the fact that fundamental change can happen in people’s lives. But “How?” As followers of Christ, we’re called to be people who center themselves on the resurrectio

    Baptized Romans 6:1-7, 11-14; John 3:1-8 Do you believe people can change? Do you believe that people can become fundamentally different people? If we’re honest, the majority of us are practicing cynics.
We don’t think people can really change. Our skepticism is captured in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Baptism Vs Attitude

    Contributed by Dale Carter Sr. on Aug 17, 2021
     | 1,562 views

    What is the mast affective example of a Christian's life

    Just a couple of quotes I ran into or was it across. The Gem cannot be polished without friction, nor man perfected without trails. Time is the coin of life. Only you can determine how it will be spent. Which is more evident of being a Christian, Baptized or Attitude? Introduction: Baptism is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    Baptism At The Red Sea Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 23, 2021
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     | 8,675 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    Baptism: Identifying With Christ Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 23, 2021
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     | 5,206 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Abraham Obadare avatar

    The Baptisms You Need

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Aug 14, 2018
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    You must be baptized both of water and the Holy Spirit

    Focal point: Jesus answered, “Verily, verily, I say unto thee, except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.” – John 3:5 John said, “I didn't know he was the one, but when God sent me to baptize with water, he told me, 'The one on whom you see the Spirit ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    Romans 6 Baptism

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 20, 2023
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     | 1,573 views

    Continues series on Romans. Addresses the importance of Baptism

    Romans 6 Baptism On February 20, 1964, a baby boy was born, to a young scared military couple, in the naval air station in Jacksonville Florida. This baby was born prematurely. He was a blue baby. His lungs were not working right. His heart had issues. The doctors told his parents this child ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Baptism And Anointing Of Jesus.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 6, 2023
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     | 1,103 views

    It is good to follow the crowds who listen to the Gospel, but it is better to follow the Jesus whom we preach!

    THE BAPTISM AND ANOINTING OF JESUS. Mark 1:4-11. MARK 1:4. John preached the “baptism of repentance.” Baptism is a dipping of the physical body into water. The baptism administered by John signified a turning away from sin and a turning unto God. Every wicked act, every unguarded word, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Brady Boyd avatar

    We Believe In Baptism

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 12, 2023
     | 784 views

    Jesus surrendered himself to death on the cross. We surrender ourselves to death in baptism.

    We Believe in Baptism April 16, 2023 1. Water baptism is a surrender to Christ. Romans 6:4 NIV “We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.” Jesus surrendered ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Baptism In The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 30, 2025
     | 736 views

    The baptism in the Holy Spirit is a powerful experience available to every believer, empowering them for a life of victorious Christian service and effective witness.

    Title: BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 1:8 "But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth." Supporting Texts: John 14:16-17, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Brady Boyd avatar

    We Believe In Baptism Series

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 24, 2025
     | 196 views

    Baptism is our outward protest of sin’s attempt to win an inward war.

    We Believe in Baptism April 27, 2025 1. Water baptism is a surrender to Christ. Romans 6:1-4 NIV “What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? 2 By no means! We died to sin; how can we live in it any longer? 3 Or don't you know that all of us who were baptized ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steven Devroy avatar

    Water Baptism/ Communion Series

    Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,902 views

    This morning we are talking about two sacraments that are celebrated all around the globe. These sacraments are Water Baptism and Communion

    Opener: Good morning everyone! It is so nice to see every here this morning. We are had wonderful time last week with the Teen Challenge Men’s choir. They shared some wonderful songs and inspiring testimonies of what God can do in a person’s life. This morning we are continuing our sermon series ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Blue Waters Of Baptism Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 21, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 717 views

    Have you seen the bracelets with colored beads that people use to share their faith? What does the blue stand for and what does it encourage us to do? Check out this message from our Family Minister Scott Jewell.

    I think every preacher has at least one funny baptism story they can share. Here’s mine. When Elizabeth was 7 years old, she convinced us that she was ready to commit her life to Jesus and be baptized. We knew she understood what she was doing when she told us she was praying for God to give her a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Baptism: United With Christ

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 25, 2025
     | 179 views

    Through baptism, believers are invited into the death of Jesus, putting to rest their former selves ruled by sin. This act is not the end but the gateway to a resurrection life, mirroring Christ’s victory over the grave.

    INTRODUCTION: We acknowledge the strongholds that have gripped this generation: addictions, mental illness, anxiety, demonic oppression, depression, toxicity in our environment, fractured relationships, and lives merely surviving rather than thriving. These and many alike are physical and emotional ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational