Baptism

The sermon emphasizes that baptism is a command of Christ to be administered by the local church, not as an individual act. It argues that immersion is the only valid mode, based on the Greek word 'baptizo' and Jesus' own example in Matthew 3. The speaker clarifies that salvation precedes baptism, making it a public declaration of faith rather than a means of grace. Drawing from Romans 6 and Colossians 2, the message illustrates how baptism symbolizes the believer's death to sin and resurrection to new life in Christ. Finally, the preacher exhorts believers to live in obedience to this ordinance as a testament to their discipleship and eternal security.