Practical Practice Series - Baptism (August 16, 2026)
Pastor Colby Friday explains that baptism is an outward expression of the inward transformation that occurs when someone places their faith in Jesus. Baptism does not earn salvation; rather, it is an act of obedience and a public declaration that a believer has chosen to follow Christ. Being lowered into the water symbolizes dying to the old life and being buried with Christ, while rising from the water represents Christ’s resurrection and the believer’s new life in Him. Pastor Colby emphasizes that Jesus modeled baptism, instructed His followers to be baptized, and intended it to be a meaningful part of every Christian’s spiritual journey. He concludes by encouraging those who have accepted Christ but have not yet been baptized to prayerfully take this important next step in their faith.
