Baptism, What is it ? 08/28/75

Summary

The sermon emphasizes the biblical importance and meaning of baptism, asserting it as a commanded act of righteousness involving full immersion in water. The preacher explains that baptism is not optional but a necessary step following belief in Jesus Christ, supported by scriptural examples such as Jesus' own baptism and Philip baptizing the Ethiopian eunuch. The sermon also critiques modern interpretations that dilute baptism's meaning and stresses that baptism must be administered to true believers. The preacher concludes that baptism is essential for salvation as taught in Mark 16:15-16.