Is Water Baptism Necessary for Salvation?

Is Water Baptism Necessary for Salvation?
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Is Water Baptism Necessary for Salvation? It is a common question among Christians and a debate among many who are considered to be leaders. Is it necessary to be baptized in water to be saved? We attend often ceremonies where infants and children are baptized in water and many questions are raised. What does the bible tell us about baptism? In this video we will explore the truth about baptism in hopes that you will be able to settle this issue and have peace in Christ. Below are a few of the passages we cover on the topic as we look at what baptism is, what it means, and why it is such a blessing to understand.

John 1:30 NET

“This is the one about whom I said, ‘After me comes a man who is greater than I am, because he existed before me.’ 1:31 I did not recognize him, but I came baptizing with water so that he could be revealed to Israel.”

Mathew 3:11 NIV

“I baptize you with water, for repentance, but the one coming after me is more powerful than I am—I am not worthy to carry his sandals! He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.”

Ephesians 4:4 NET

“There is one body and one Spirit, just as you too were called to the one hope of your calling, 4:5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism, 4:6 one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.”