Baptism is one of the most recognized and debated practices in Christianity. While the New Testament clearly emphasizes baptism as a sign of faith and obedience, the roots of the practice can be traced back to the Old Testament through ritual washings, consecrations, and prophetic imagery.

To understand baptism biblically, we must explore its foreshadowing in Israel’s history, its fulfillment in John the Baptist’s ministry, and its significance in the teaching of Jesus and the apostles.