Baptism is an act of personal obedience to Jesus Christ and one example of following in his steps. Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist to "fulfill all righteousness." It does not wash away sins, nor make us new creatures, nor fill us with the Holy Spirit.

Paul explained the symbolic meaning of baptism in Romans 6:3-4.

3 Do you not know, that as many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ were baptized into his death? 4 Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. 5 If we have been united together in the likeness of his death, certainly we also shall be in the likeness of his resurrection:6 Knowing this, that our old man was crucified with him, that the body of sin might be done away with,, that we should no longer serve sin. 7 For he that is dead has been freed from sin. 8 Now if we died with Christ, we believe that we shall also live with him: 9 Knowing that Christ having been raised from the dead dies no more; death no longer has dominion over him. 10 For the death that he died, He died to sin once for all; but the life that he lives, He lives to God. 11 Likewise you also, reckon yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, but alive to God through Jesus Christ our Lord.

All of those being baptized will share a brief word of testimony of their experience in receiving Christ as Savior. Then they will answer two baptismal questions, as has been the custom of the church throughout the centuries. Then they will be baptized in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost according to the instructions of Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19.

"Go therefore and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world.. Amen"

What is Baptism?
Baptism was instituted by our Lord when he submitted to be baptized by John. He taught his disciples to baptize new believers, in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. It is an act of faith and obedience in Jesus as Lord and Savior.

Does Baptism Save Me?
Baptism or any other work that we do cannot save us. We are saved only by putting our complete trust in the Lord Jesus Christ and believing his death on the cross was in our place and can remove our sins, and that he alone is able to save us from sin and take us to heaven.

Why Should I Be Baptized?
If baptism does not save me, then why bother? The Lord's Supper (Communion) does not save us either but we do it because Christ commanded it and exemplified it. The same is true of all the commands of Christ. They do not save, but saved people who love the Lord naturally want to please him in all things.

How Should I Be Baptized?
Historically people have used many methods of baptism (sprinkle, pour, immerse). We should not become legalistic about the means. However, the example of Christ and John the Baptist serve us well. Jesus was immersed in water, as was the Ethiopian Eunuch of Acts 8. Paul's description of death to the old, and resurrection to the new as symbolic in baptism fits that metaphor (Romans 6:3-4) . Therefore, we baptize by immersion whenever possible.

What If I Have Been Baptized as an Infant?
There are no New Testament examples of infants being baptized. Believers only, who have repented and can give a testimony of God's saving grace should be baptized. That is why we call it "believer's baptism." If you were baptized as an infant we do not disregard that as unimportant. It was valid for the purpose of the parents dedicating you to God, but it is not believer baptism.

How Old Does One Have to Be to be Baptized?
Age is not an issue in the New Testament, but repentance and faith in Christ are. It is important that any child being baptized can articulate a true testimony of personal faith in Christ. Also the child should be of sufficient age as to clearly understand and remember this important event. Certainly before the age of accountability one should be careful

What If I Was Baptized in Another Church?
Any evangelical church which baptized in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are considered believer baptism. You need not be re-baptized.