Step Sixteen—Baptism

1. What is the purpose of baptism?

2. If I was already baptized as an infant, is it necessary for me to be re-baptized?

3. Are baptism and salvation related?

4. Does baptism guarantee salvation?

5. Does baptism need to be by immersion, or can it be by sprinkling or pouring?

6. What is the significance of baptism?

7. What does it mean to be “dead to sin” in the rite of baptism?

8. How does baptism inform our understanding of Paul’s words “alive to God”?

9. In what way is baptism a symbol of our covenant relationship with God?

10. Do we receive the Holy Spirit at our baptism, as Jesus did?

11. Can one just be baptized into Jesus and not join a church?

12. What are the qualifications for baptism?