The Bible teaches that we should be baptised in water in the name of the Father, the Son and of the Holy Spirit. We believe in water baptism because Jesus himself modeled it for us. In the book of Luke it says, “When all the people were baptised, Jesus was baptised too. As he was praying, heaven was opened.” Luke 3:21
Baptism is a powerful symbol of Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection. It represents the transformation you’ve experienced in Christ – your old life is gone, and you’re raised to new life with Him (Colossians 2:12). Just as Jesus was raised from the dead, baptism symbolizes the new life you’ve begun as a follower of Jesus.
While baptism doesn’t make you a believer, it’s a step of obedience and a public declaration of an inward decision to follow Jesus.
Yes! Any child who has made a decision to follow Jesus can be baptised. We encourage parents to talk with their children about the meaning and significance of baptism.
No! Baptism is available to anyone who has decided to follow Jesus, regardless of whether you are a part of Carrickfergus Community Church or not.
Believers should consider baptism if they have not been baptized after making a personal decision to follow Jesus. If you were baptized as an infant or before fully understanding the meaning of baptism, we encourage you to take this step as a reflection of your own faith and commitment to Jesus.
