YES! I’M READY TO GET BAPTIZED

Baptism is an outward expression of an inward transformation. When you believe in Jesus, the next step is to get baptized!

If you have never been baptized, or are interested in learning more, we’d love for you to fill out our baptism interest form.

Next Baptism: Sunday, April 26 at 9:30am + 11am

What is baptism?

Baptism is a public declaration of personal faith. After you become a follower of Jesus, your next step is to get baptized. Faith was meant to be personal, but it was never meant to be private. Baptism is a public declaration of your new life in Jesus. It is going public with your faith. 

Why is it important?

Jesus Himself was baptized and commanded His followers to be baptized. Baptism is an act of obedience to Jesus, and a public act to declare your faith.

What does baptism represent?

It’s a symbol representing Jesus’ death, resurrection, and your new life in Jesus. Leaning back under the water symbolizes Jesus’ death. Being raised out of the water is a picture of being brought back to a new life. 

Who is baptism for?

Baptism is for those who have personally put their faith in Jesus Christ.

Encouragement

Share your own testimony of baptism with your group members - or ask someone in their group to share about their experience of baptism.

Q&A

What time is baptism?

We offer baptism at both services: 9:30am and 11am.

Do I have to publicly share my testimony when I get baptized?

No, it’s optional to share. We encourage everyone to consider sharing because it’s powerful for others to hear how God is at work in your life. Your story will encourage someone else who is going through a similar experience.

Can I get baptized in private?

Baptism is intended to be a public declaration of your faith. 

Can I invite family and friends?

Yes, we highly recommend it! It’s a great way to share your faith and encourage others. Many stories of life transformation begin with an invitation from a friend to see their baptism. 

Can my child and I get baptized together?

In some circumstances, we can baptize a parent and child together - if the child is a follower of Jesus, and old enough to understand the decision they are making. (Typically, we wait until the child is at least 9-10 years old to confirm they understand the gospel and they believe in Jesus.) We want to make sure the child does not feel pressured in any way, and that they are freely making the decision for themselves. 

What should I expect on the day of my baptism?

We will send you more info by email leading up to your baptism. On the day of your baptism, please arrive 15 minutes before church starts, to check in with the baptism coordinator, and to confirm you have all the supplies you need - extra change of clothes, flip flops, etc. We also stock extra supplies, so we can help with anything you need.

How do I know if I'm ready to get baptized?

Great question! Sometimes people feel they need to "get their life situated" before getting baptized. Our encouragement is, when you believe in Jesus, you're ready to get baptized. There are examples in Scripture of people brand new to Jesus getting baptized right away (even the same day!) Baptism is not about "cleaning up your life" or "having it all together", it's simply about telling the world, "Jesus saved me."

I've been a follower of Jesus for a long time, but I was never baptized. At this point, it seems too late or unnecessary. What should I do?

Great question! Sometimes people have been following Jesus for years, but were never baptized. We understand that it might feel awkward after so much time to make a "public declaration of faith." But, our encouragement is still to take the step to get baptized. What benefit will there be in your life? Baptism is an act of obedience that will grow and deepen your relationship with God. Also, your courage to "go public" with your faith will inspire others in their faith journey. 

I was baptized as a baby. What should I do?

Great question! The clear model of baptism that we observe in Scripture is people getting baptized after they become a follower of Jesus. This is why we don't practice infant baptism at Eden. The reality of infant baptism is that it wasn't your choice, it was your parents' decision. (By the way, there's nothing to be ashamed of that you were baptized as an infant - it was obviously important to your parents.) 

Biblically, baptism is about you going public with your personal faith, rather than anyone else making a profession on your behalf. We encourage people who were baptized as infants to get re-baptized, now that you understand the gospel and believe in Jesus.