Why Should I Get Baptized?

Join us on Sunday, November 16 as we celebrate Baptism Sunday at The Path Church—a day dedicated to honoring all those who have been baptized this year and welcoming anyone ready to take that next step of faith. If you’ve been thinking about baptism or feel God calling you to something new, this is the perfect opportunity to learn what baptism means and why it’s such a powerful part of following Jesus.

Baptism Is More Than a Moment—It’s a New Beginning

Baptism is one of the most beautiful and life-changing steps in the Christian journey. Scripture teaches that when we are baptized, we are buried with Christ and raised to “walk in newness of life.” (Romans 6:4)

It is through baptism that we unite with Jesus in His death, burial, and resurrection—entering a covenant relationship with God and receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit. At The Path Church, we see baptism as a defining moment of transformation, where the old life ends and the new life in Christ begins.

Whether you’re preparing for Baptism Sunday or simply exploring what this means, we want to help you understand the significance, the joy, and the lifelong commitment that baptism represents.

Why Should I Be Baptized?

Baptism is both a command and an invitation. Jesus Himself was baptized before beginning His ministry (Matthew 3:13–17), and He called all believers to follow His example:

“Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” — Matthew 28:19

In Acts 2:38, Peter declared, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”Baptism unites us with Christ (Romans 6:3–6), washes away our sins (Acts 22:16), and marks the moment we receive the Spirit who empowers us to live as God’s people.

It’s also how we become part of His body—the church:

“For we were all baptized by one Spirit so as to form one body.” — 1 Corinthians 12:13

Baptism is not a ceremony or a symbol; it is a spiritual rebirth and the starting point of new life in Christ.

When Should I Be Baptized?

Throughout Scripture, those who believed in Jesus responded immediately. They didn’t wait for the right moment or try to perfect their understanding—they simply trusted and obeyed.

In Acts 8:36–38, when the Ethiopian eunuch heard the gospel, he said, “Look, here is water. What can stand in the way of my being baptized?” Nothing stood in the way, and he was baptized right then.

In Acts 22:16, Ananias urged Paul, “And now what are you waiting for? Get up, be baptized and wash your sins away, calling on his name.”

A person is ready for baptism when they:

• Believe and accept the message of the gospel (1 Corinthians 15:1–4)

• Understand the cost of following Jesus (Luke 14:25–33)

• Make a personal decision to surrender to His will

If God is calling you to this step, don’t delay—faith responds quickly.

How We Prepare for Baptism at The Path

We believe baptism should be both meaningful and well understood. That’s why we invite anyone interested in being baptized to join our Journey Bible Study Series—a relaxed, interactive study that helps you:

• Understand what Scripture teaches about salvation

• Reflect on your personal faith journey

• Learn what it means to live as a disciple of Jesus

The Greek word for baptism, baptizo, means “to immerse.” Following the example of Jesus and the early church, we practice baptism by full immersion in water, representing both death to sin and resurrection to new life.

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” — 2 Corinthians 5:17

Ready for a New Life?

Baptism is the moment everything changes—it’s when we are made new in Christ, forgiven of sin, and filled with His Spirit.

If you’re ready to take that step or simply want to learn more, we’d love to walk with you as you begin this new journey of faith. Feel free to contact us and let us know if you'd like to participate in Baptism Sunday or learn more about baptism!