Baptism

What Is Baptism?

Baptism illustrates Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). It shows our new life as a follower of Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17). 

Baptism doesn’t make you a believer; it shows that you already believe. Baptism doesn’t save you; Jesus does! 

Baptism is like a wedding ring, signifying a relationship rather than forming that relationship. 

Baptism is an outward picture of the inward change that has happened because a person surrendered their life to Jesus.

Additional Information

We believe in what is called "Believer's Baptism." That simply means that baptism is the first step after someone surrenders their life to Jesus and becomes a Christian. Baptism happens after one repents of his sins and accepts Jesus as his Lord.

We follow Jesus’ example in baptism. He was baptized (Mark 1:9) and commanded us to be baptized (Matthew 28:19-20).

Baptism isn’t required for salvation but is the first step of faith for believers. The baptismal waters don’t save anyone. It’s Jesus who does that. Baptism is a picture of the work that Jesus has done in a person’s heart.

At FBC Loganville, we baptize by immersion. That’s the example we see throughout Scripture and is the basis for the meaning of the word “baptize,” which means to immerse (or dip under) in water.

Prior to baptism, we ask those wishing to be baptized to meet with one of our pastors who will hear your story of salvation and answer any questions you have about baptism.

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