Sermons on Right Practice For Baptism:

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 In The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 28, 2005

basic teaching on Pentecost

II. Baptism in the Holy Spirit a. it was a declaration of John the Baptist about Christ—Matt. 3:11- Jesus would baptize people in the Holy Spirit and with fire. It isn’t the baptism of the H.S. but in the Holy Spirit. Jesus is the one who is baptizing. b. It is the promise of the Father—Acts ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Holy Ghost Baptism

Contributed by Buddy Baird on Apr 30, 2007

We want to see that God wants to give to us the complete infilling of His Spirit.

HOLY GHOST BAPTISM TEXT: Acts 2.1-4 INTRODUCTION: Many people see the Holy Ghost as and influence or energy, and not a person. “Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Church Of God

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

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

Why Water Baptism?

Contributed by James H Boyd on Feb 17, 2003

An important look at our first act of obedience to Jesus

The act of water baptism (being immersed in water in response to receiving salvation) is a very important first step in the Christian life. In Matthew 3:13-17, we see the Lord Jesus Himself coming to His cousin John to be baptized, in order to "fulfill all righteousness." He then went on to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38, Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Charismatic

The Holy Ghost Baptism

Contributed by Evangelist Ron Freeman on Sep 5, 2003

To discuss the Holy Ghost Baptism in light of today’s many controversies and the holy scriptures.

INTRODUCTION: A. Aim: To discuss the Holy Ghost Baptism in light of today’s many controversies and the scriptures. B. Pro: To establish that only Peter and the eleven received the Holy Ghost Baptism on the day of Pentecost. C. Text: Acts 2:1-4, 5-14 D. Outline: 1. Promise of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Sermon For The Affirmation Of Baptism

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jun 11, 2008

Although preached at a different day than the Day of Pentecost, due to illness, I used the Gospel for Pentecost and believe it is a good sermon

Affirmation of Baptism, June 15, 2008 John 14: 15-17 Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through your Son, Jesus the Christ, you revealed your Word of truth for all who come to embrace your saving grace in ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-17

Denomination: Lutheran

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

Baptism And Communion In The Wilderness

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 25, 2013

The exodus is a type of our salvation, and the wilderness wanderings serve to warn us against presumptuousness.

BAPTISM AND COMMUNION IN THE WILDERNESS. 1 Corinthians 10:1-13. 1. The continuity of Israel and the Church. The Apostle Paul, a ‘Hebrew of the Hebrews’ (Philippians 3:5), refers to the Gentile and Jewish Christians at Corinth as “brethren” (1 Corinthians 10:1) - thereby indicating the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

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

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

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