Baptism is the focus of today’s Resident Strangers conversation! Sarah, Steve, and Rich share their own baptism stories, including Rich’s unique journey of being baptized as an infant and then later as a teenager after placing his faith in Christ.

What does infant baptism mean? Can it be considered believer’s baptism? Steve unpacks why this topic can create confusion, especially when it comes to salvation, and the team takes a close look at what Scripture actually teaches about baptism.

Throughout the Bible, we see a clear pattern: belief comes first, then baptism. Rich walks through key passages that support this truth and raises an important question. If baptism is meant to follow faith, how does that apply to infants?

The conversation also tackles a common misconception: does baptism wash away sin? Steve and Rich explain that forgiveness and salvation come through faith in Jesus Christ alone. Baptism is a beautiful act of obedience and a public declaration of faith, but it is not what saves us. Salvation is not Jesus plus baptism—it is Jesus alone.

If you're following Christ but haven't taken the step of baptism, this episode may challenge you to consider what's holding you back.

And be sure to listen all the way to the end for a special announcement about Passion Week and Easter!

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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