{"id":3126,"date":"2016-10-25T20:10:35","date_gmt":"2016-10-25T20:10:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/legacy.victoryatl.com\/thecity\/?page_id=3126"},"modified":"2021-04-09T16:05:59","modified_gmt":"2021-04-09T16:05:59","slug":"waterbaptism","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/legacy.victoryatl.com\/middleschool\/waterbaptism\/","title":{"rendered":"Water Baptism"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px”][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1\/1″][rev_slider_vc alias=”water-baptism”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row inner_container=”true” padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px” bg_video=”” class=”np” style=””][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1\/1″]

Water Baptism<\/span><\/h4>

The experience of water baptism is one of the most treasured times in any believer\u2019s life. It\u2019s a public celebration of your decision to follow Jesus Christ and honor Him as Lord & Savior of your life. Every fourth week during the 11am service we celebrate baptisms<\/strong>. If you would like to be baptized, we have a few things that you need to do first.<\/span><\/p>\n

You must reserve your spot by registering below and you must read and understand the Water Baptism book. Please see the link below to review.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row inner_container=”true” padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px” bg_video=”” class=”np” style=””][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1\/1″]

Understanding Baptism<\/span><\/h4>

We have a small booklet called Water Baptism<\/a> to help you understand the meaning and importance of baptism. The booklet includes a helpful FAQ section and a guide to baptism at Victory.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row inner_container=”true” padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px” bg_video=”” class=”np” style=””][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1\/1″]

Outdoor Water Baptisms<\/span><\/h4>

Baptism is a physical act of conscious obedience that symbolizes the death of our old self and resurrection to our new life in Christ. If you have never made this public declaration of your faith and trust in Him, we encourage you to do so at our\u00a0Outdoor Water Baptism event on Sun,\u00a0May 2,\u00a0at each weekend service.<\/strong><\/p>\nSign Up<\/a>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row inner_container=”true” padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px” bg_video=”” class=”np” style=”display:none”][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1\/1″]

REGISTER FOR WATER BAPTISM<\/span><\/h4>

Please note: Water Baptism is held at Middle School service at our Norcross location only.<\/span><\/p>\nRegister<\/a>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row inner_container=”true” padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px” bg_video=”” class=”np” style=””][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1\/1″]

FAQ’S<\/span><\/h4>

1. What is baptism?<\/strong>
\nBaptism literally means to be immersed in water. It is a physical act of conscious obedience \u2013 identifying yourself with Jesus\u2019 death, burial and resurrection. Baptism symbolizes the death of your old self and your new life in Christ. It publicly declares your faith in Jesus Christ.<\/p>\n

2. Who should get baptized?<\/strong>
\nEvery follower of Christ. We believe baptism is an important step in faith and we make it a primary part of our life as a church family.<\/p>\n

3. What if I was baptized as an infant or child?<\/strong>
\nWe believe baptism is a conscious decision about your own personal faith. Often young children or infants are not aware of that decision\u2014infant and child baptism is usually more about the faith of the parents than the faith of the child. Unless you were aware of that decision, you should be re-baptized.<\/p>\n

4. Do I have to get baptized immediately after accepting Christ?<\/strong>
\nIn the New Testament we see examples of people baptized immediately after accepting Christ and others who weren\u2019t baptized until later (most notably the Apostle Paul). So it doesn\u2019t have to happen right away, but it\u2019s also not something to put off. If we\u2019re followers of Christ then we should follow his example and be baptized.<\/p>\n

5. Am I still a Christian if I don\u2019t get baptized?<\/strong>
\nYes. We are saved through faith in Jesus\u2014His shed blood, death and resurrection\u2014not through baptism. But baptism is an act of obedience and a declaration of our faith. As Christians we should follow Christ\u2019s example and biblical command to be baptized.<\/p>\n

6. Do I have to get baptized in a certain place or in a certain way?<\/strong>
\nNo. The state of your heart is what matters, not the perceived holiness of the venue or water itself. At Victory Church we try to follow the example given in the New Testament, which is why we baptize by full immersion.<\/p>\n

7. Can I get re-baptized?<\/strong>
\nYes. There is no biblical prohibition against being baptized again. For many people it can be an important step in their spiritual growth. If you don\u2019t think your previous baptism met the conditions we\u2019ve described or you feel the need to rededicate your life to Christ, we encourage you to be re-baptized.<\/p>\n

8. Will I be expected to live a sinless life after I get baptized?<\/strong>
\nNo. None of us can ever live a sinless life and baptism doesn\u2019t change that. We all struggle with sin and we all fail at times. What\u2019s important is that we confess our sins, turn away from those wrong actions and move forward trusting that we\u2019ve already been forgiven.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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