Believers Baptism

Take the Plunge! Take the next step in your faith journey!

At Renewal Church, we believe water baptism is a joyful celebration of your decision to follow Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. Just as the symbols of the wedding and wedding ring are a declaration of a marriage covenant, water baptism is the beautiful outward declaration of the covenant you’ve made with God. As your church, we are excited to stand with you as you publicly declare your commitment to surrender your life to the Lord.

You are warmly invited to bring your family and friends to witness this incredible event - it will take place after the second service under the portico.

What to expect

As you enter the "baptistery" (a big inflatable hottub - with warm water), your name will be announced so your Renewal family can celebrate you. We will share the testimonial you provide us when you register, allowing everyone to hear your story.

The pastor will ask, "Do you know Jesus as your personal Savior?" Based on your public profession of faith, the pastor will guide you as you are briefly submerged in water, baptizing you "in the name of The Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit. Buried in the likeness of His death, raised in the likeness of His resurrection."

We are so excited to celebrate this special moment with you! We will do our best to livestream the baptism for those who can't make it in person, though we can't always guarantee technology will cooperate.

If children or families are being baptized, the family can be in the water together. Parents are welcome to be involved in their child's baptism, as long as the child can understand the concept and has asked Jesus into their heart. Please let us know how we can assist. Space in the baptistery (the tub used for immersion) is limited, so it's typically the father, as the priest of the home, or the mother, as a single parent, who participates in their child's baptism.
 
Feel free to bring your camera for friends or family to take pictures of this memorable event.

Please ensure that your child(ren) understands the significance of baptism. Baptism publicly shows that you want to follow Jesus after you've given your heart to Him.

We look forward to sharing this joyous occasion with you!
Once you register, please check your email for further instructions.

What we believe

For questions about Baptism, please read our FAQ below, check out our Statement of Faith on www.renewalchurch.com. Still have questions? email connect@renewalchurch.com.

Baptism is a beautiful picture of what Jesus did for us - death, burial, and resurrection, as you are submerged into the water & raised to a new life. Baptism is your first public profession of faith after Salvation, and we're excited to celebrate with you!

We are excited about this great day!

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FAQ about Renewal Church Baptism

Question: Why should a person be baptized?
Answer: Jesus did it. 

Read Mark 1:9-11

"It came to pass in those days that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. 10 And immediately, coming up from[a] the water, He saw the heavens parting and the Spirit descending upon Him like a dove. 11 Then a voice came from heaven, "You are My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased."

Answer: Also, it is our first step of obedience.

Read Matthew 28:19-20

"Go therefore[a] and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age." Amen.

Read Acts 18:8

"Then Crispus, the ruler of the synagogue, believed on the Lord with all his household. And many of the Corinthians, hearing, believed and were baptized".

Question: What does Baptism symbolize?
Answer: The death, burial, and resurrection of Christ. 

Read Colossians 2:12

"buried with Him in Baptism, in which you also were raised with Him through faith in the working of God, who raised Him from the dead".

Answer: My new life in Christ.

Read 1 Corinthians 5:17

"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new".

Read Romans 6:4

"Therefore we were buried with Him through Baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life".

NOTE: Baptism does not save a person. Salvation comes through faith. Baptism is the public profession of your inward faith.

Read Ephesians 2:8-9

"For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, 9 not of works, lest anyone should boast".

Question: Why does Renewal Church baptize by immersion?
Answer: Jesus was baptized by immersion.

Read Matthew 3:16-17

"When He had been baptized, Jesus came up immediately from the water; and behold, the heavens were opened to Him, and He[a] saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting upon Him. 17 And suddenly a voice came from heaven, saying, "This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased."

Answer: Every Baptism in the New Testament was done by immersion.

Read Acts 8:34-39

"So the eunuch answered Philip and said, "I ask you, of whom does the prophet say this, of himself or of some other man?" 35 Then Philip opened his mouth, and beginning at this Scripture, preached Jesus to him. 36 Now as they went down the road, they came to some water. And the eunuch said, "See, here is water. What hinders me from being baptized?"
 37 Then Philip said, "If you believe with all your heart, you may."
 And he answered and said, "I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God." [a]
 38 So he commanded the chariot to stand still. And both Philip and the eunuch went down into the water, and he baptized him. 39 Now when they came up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord caught Philip away, so that the eunuch saw him no more; and he went on his way rejoicing".

Question: What about children?
Answer: Children are baptized after they can make a profession of faith and understand what Salvation means.
At Renewal Church, babies are not baptized but are dedicated to the Lord with a public commitment (Child Dedication) from the parents to raise them to honor and follow God until they can choose for themselves (This is typically done on Mother's Day).

NOTE: At Renewal Church, all members must be saved and baptized by immersion of a like faith church.

Question: When should a person be baptized?
Answer: ASAP

Read Acts 2:41

"Then those who gladly[a] received his word were baptized; and that day about three thousand souls were added to them".

Question: Can my family and I be baptized together?
Answer: Yes. Please let us know your wishes so we can plan for you and yours.

FAQ about Salvation

Question: What must I do to be saved?
Answer: God's simple plan for salvation is centered on His love for us. He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to live a sinless life and die on the cross for our sins. By believing in Jesus and accepting Him as our Lord and Savior, we receive the gift of eternal life. This involves confessing our sins, repenting, and trusting in Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection. Salvation is a free gift of grace from God, and through faith in Jesus, we are reconciled with God and assured of a place in His eternal kingdom. 
Read these Bible verses for more (these verses outline humanity's need for salvation, and God's provision through Jesus Christ, and the response of faith required to receive this Gift of grace: John 3:16, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Romans 5:8, Romans 10:9-10, Ephesians 2:8-9, John 14:6, Acts 4:12 

Question: How do I pray to be saved?
Answer: The "Sinner's Prayer" is a way for someone to express their repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, seeking forgiveness and committing to follow Him. While the exact wording can vary, it's the heart that matters. Here is a commonly used version:

"Dear God, I know that I am a sinner and I need Your forgiveness. I believe that Jesus Christ died for my sins and rose from the dead. I trust Him as my Savior and follow Him as my Lord. Please come into my life and guide me by Your Holy Spirit. Thank You for Your grace and the gift of eternal life. In Jesus' name, Amen."

This prayer reflects a heart of repentance, faith, and commitment to Jesus Christ.

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We look forward to celebrating this public declaration that you have chosen to follow Jesus!

If you have questions (or don't have your shirt yet), please don't hesitate to call 407-410-5378.