Jesus was baptized. Since then, millions of his followers have followed his example. Baptism is a way for you to do the same and participate in a common experience with Jesus followers around the world.

Baptism is a way to go public with your faith to show others that you have started a personal relationship with Jesus.

While baptism isn’t necessary for salvation, it a symbol of the new life you began when you started following Jesus. Going under the water represents your old life dying and coming out of the water symbolizes your new life.

If you were baptized as a baby or before you personally trusted in Christ, then yes—we believe baptism as a believer is the next step. But if you were already baptized as a believer somewhere else, you don’t need to be baptized again at BridgePoint.

For a child to be baptized, they should be old enough to share their story and talk about how Jesus has changed their life. As a parent, you know your child best, so you may choose to wait until they’re mature enough to fully understand and make that decision for themselves. We do not baptize children without a parent’s consent.

No—it’s trusting Jesus that forgives your sins. Baptism is your public declaration that you’ve made the decision to trust Him. Baptism is an outward act that symbolizes an inward commitment.