The Ordinance of Baptism

Summary

The sermon explains the ordinance of baptism as a symbolic act that declares a believer's faith in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Baptism does not impart grace or salvation but publicly demonstrates that the believer has died to sin and risen to new life in Christ. It also expresses the hope of resurrection and eternal life with Christ. The preacher emphasizes baptism as a declaration of faith and commitment, not a sacrament or means of salvation.