Except a man be born of the water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of heaven. In this overview, water baptism will be explained and sanctification will be defined and applied. Water Baptism is an outward manifestation of an inward cleansing. It represents the believer's response to and acceptance of the gospel message. Water baptism should be administered in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ , in a body of water, enough to cover the convert beyond the breathing point.
Baptism comes from the Greek word baptizo , which means to go down, dip or plunge.
Repentance is usually a prerequisite for water baptism. Spiritual Baptism is God's seal of approval of the righteousness of the faith that you have in Him. The Holy Ghost teaches, guides, comforts, strengthens, makes intercession and enlightens the believer. It equips the believer for spiritual warfare against God's enemies and the enemies to the soul. This will persuade both the believer and their peers, that there has been a change in your life.