The Power of Baptism: A Biblical Call

Why Baptism Matters
Baptism is more than a symbolic ritual—it's a sacred act of obedience and a public declaration of faith in Jesus Christ. Rooted deeply in Scripture, baptism represents a believer’s identification with the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus. It’s a visible testimony of an inward transformation.

Biblical Foundations of Baptism

• Jesus Modeled It: Jesus Himself was baptized by John the Baptist (Matthew 3:13–17), not because He needed cleansing, but to fulfill all righteousness and set an example for His followers.
• Jesus Commanded It: In the Great Commission, Jesus instructed His disciples:
  “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” (Matthew 28:19).
• It Symbolizes New Life: Romans 6:4 explains, “We were therefore buried with Him through baptism into death... that we too may live a new life.” Baptism marks the believer’s death to sin and resurrection into a new life in Christ.
• It’s a Public Declaration: Acts 2:38–41 shows how early believers were baptized as a response to repentance and faith, joining the community of Christ-followers.

What Baptism Represents

• Cleansing from sin (Acts 22:16)
• Union with Christ (Galatians 3:27)
• Reception of the Holy Spirit (Acts 19:5–6)
• Obedience to Christ’s command (John 14:15)
• Unity with the Church (1 Corinthians 12:13)

Baptism doesn’t save you—salvation comes by grace through faith (Ephesians 2:8–9)—but it is a powerful outward expression of the inward change that has already taken place.

Getting Baptized at Cedar Grove Church
If you're ready to take this next step in your faith journey, Cedar Grove Church in Surrey, BC, welcomes you with open arms. Email Our Pastors @ pastors@the-grove.net or Meet any of the Pastors on Sundays after Church to know more.