Message: “A Proclamation Without Words (Romans 6:1-11)” from Timothy Eric Bermejo

A message from the series "Sunday Service." As we reflect together on the meaning of the ordinance of Baptism, every listener should be moved by its message, either challenged or encouraged. The first lesson we should grasp is that Baptism is not optional, as it is a direct command from the Lord to all His disciples. We must then understand that Baptism is an outward physical act that speaks, in quite a dramatic style, of an inward reality: a) it is a proclamation of our Faith in Christ Jesus, b) it is an expression of our Identification with Christ Jesus and c) it is a proclamation of our Future with Christ Jesus.

Dr. David Carey Dixon - November 12, 2023

An Example that You Should Follow in His Steps (1 Peter 2:21-25, Romans 6:1-14)

One of the typical fears expressed regarding the step of baptism is that “I’m not worthy” or “I don’t think I can live up to the Christian life!” But these excuses actually betray a serious misunderstanding about Christ’s invitation. In the first place, He said very specifically that those who are well don’t need a doctor – He didn’t come for them, but for those who are ill, because He didn’t come to call the righteous (those who seem to have it all together), but sinners (those who understand they’ve fallen short, messed up, can’t fix themselves) – and the call is to repentance. Baptism is such a powerful symbol of repentance: I turn away from the old life that has controlled my direction, purpose, and self-concept – I’m buried with Jesus, baptized into His death; and I embrace the new life that I’m invited to live in Christ – I’m raised up to walk in the power He offers for living according to a different set of values: the cross!

Scripture References: Romans 6:1-14, 1 Peter 2:21-25

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