Why Baptism is Important (and So Controversial)

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This week’s sermon covers Matthew 3:1-17 and the topic of baptism. Why is baptism so important and, at times, controversial? Baptism is an outward testimony of the inward change in a believer’s life. Why do we immerse people in the water for baptism? Does a pastor have to perform a baptism to make it valid? Sam answers these questions and more in this week’s message.