Baptism is the topic of discussion on Resident Strangers today! Sarah, Steve and Rich all share about their baptisms and particularly focus on Rich's story as he was baptized twice, once as an infant and then later in his teen years after receiving salvation. What does infant baptism mean? Can it be considered believer's baptism? Steve brings up how infant baptism can often bring a lot of confusion, sometimes even about salvation. With this conversation in mind, what does the Bible say about baptism? Something that is seen in scripture right away is that baptism is seen as something for those who are already walking with Christ. Simply put, the process is believe and then be baptized. How can an infant believe in Jesus in their own free will? Rich brings up a lot of scripture to support this topic. Baptism is a symbol that does not make sense without an understanding and receiving of salvation. Something that is also drawn out in this episode is the idea of baptism cleansing sin. Is that what it does? This all circles back to the idea of original sin and what needs to happen for sin to be forgiven. Steve and Rich would say that comes through salvation and dispel the argument that baptism is necessary to cleanse or forgive sin. Listen in as Steve and Rich clarify the act of baptism in someone's faith journey. Salvation is not Jesus plus baptism; it is in Jesus alone. If you're reading this and have been following Jesus but have not followed Him in obedience through baptism - it's time to heavily consider doing that. What is it that is holding you back? Also, don't miss a special announcement about Passion Week and Easter at the end of this episode! 

May 2024 (Mother's Day Weekend) Baptisms at DSCC - https://dscchurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2190355

Randy Donithan's Stories Collective episode - https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Abj4By5Sapk4lKLxwfthT?si=48db39d06c374cb9

*Episode 104, available wherever you listen to podcasts

Desert Springs' Doctrinal Statement -https://www.dscchurch.com/values-beliefs

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