Typically most churches are similar in many aspects of religious thought and practices. The practice of Baptism however tends to be one area where there is some divergence of thought. Here are some reasons from scripture why we practice baptism. What Christian Baptism Is Christian baptism is immersion in water in submission to the authority of Jesus Christ. It is an act of obedience which commits one to a life of obedience.
Christian baptism is a command to be obeyed.
It symbolizes the beginning of new life in Christ. What Christian Baptism Is Not. It is not a guarantee of heaven. If there is not faith and repentance, water baptism is invalid. It is only proof to God who knows the heart and motives of the person.