Baptism

Thinking about getting baptized?

Baptism is a public celebration declaring your choice to follow Jesus Christ. At Crosspoint, we believe every baptism has a story, and we want to help you tell yours by taking this next step in your journey.

Your baptism tells the story of an obedient believer who is unafraid to proclaim their faith in the crucified, buried, and risen savior!

Your baptism opens the door for family, friends, and strangers to learn more about the good news of Jesus through your story. In taking this next step, you are a living testimony of how placing faith in Jesus changes lives for the better.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the meaning of baptism?

It is a symbol of your new life as a Christian! Baptism does not make you a believer, it shows that you already are one! Baptism does not “save” you, only your faith in Christ does that. Baptism is like a wedding ring—it’s the outward symbol of the commitment you made in your heart.

“When someone becomes a Christian, he becomes a brand new person inside. The old life has passed away and a new life has begun!”

2 Corinthians 5:12

How are we to be baptized?

We are meant to be baptized as Jesus was, immersed under water. The word “baptize” literally means “to dip under water or immerse.” Every Baptism in the Bible was by immersion under water.

“As soon as Jesus was baptized, He went up out of the water.”Matthew 3:16”…Then both Philip and the eunuch went down into the water and Philip baptized him. When they came up out of the water…”Acts 8:38-39

Who should be baptized?

Every person who has made the decision to believe in Christ. We do not baptize children until they are old enough to understand and believe.

“Those who believe and accepted His message were baptized.”Acts 2:41

What about being baptized twice?

Crosspoint recommends you be baptized again if you have not been baptized by immersion since you became a believer. It does not devalue a prior experience. A second baptism simply reflects your desire to be baptized in the same way Jesus was.

Can my family be baptized together?

Yes! If each family member fully understands the meaning of baptism, and each one has personally placed their trust in Christ for salvation, we encourage families to be baptized at the same time. It is a wonderful expression of commitment!