Baptism

I was baptised almost two years ago. I, too, was raised in a Christian family. Our church did not typically do infant baptism, and by the time I was old enough to choose baptism for myself, I was estranged from the church and did not want to be baptised there. What kind of church are you attending? My baptism was very low-pressure. There was no expectation for me to give a testimony. Instead, it was pronounced that through baptism, I am "sealed by the Holy Spirit and marked with the cross of Christ forever." Prior to the service, it was explained that baptism was not about what I was doing, but was recognizing what Christ had already done, for me (and for all of us). The theology of baptism varies, based upon denominations. I am Lutheran (ELCA). But baptism should not bring about anxiety to you. Whether you see it as you being reborn or a celebration of what Christ has already done for you--it is good news! So relax. No one should judge you for anything you say up there. This is your baptism--you and the triune God, and the community of faith watching on.

Congratulations on your decision to be baptized! I was baptized when I was very young so I didn't see or feel as much value as you are experiencing now, olisaur. It is because of my mom's strict upbringing that we grew up to love and fear God. Of course, I made mistakes along the way. It's a good thing that we have a loving God who forgives us for our sins. I love God and I hope that my children will grow up to have the same devotion to God as well.

I'm curious what type of baptism you're having. Is it to become a member of that particular congregation or are you being baptized into Jesus Christ? Before you take such an important step, you need to speak with the Pastor and find out what baptism is all about. I would never tell anyone not to be baptized into Jesus Christ because I believe it's one of the greatest things anyone can do. However, you need to know what being baptized into Christ means. Baptism is not just for the remission of your sins and so you can receive the gift of the indwelling presence of God's Holy Spirit. It is also your pledge to live for Christ, work for Christ and if called on to do so, to die for Christ. In other words, Jesus Christ becomes LORD of your life and not just your Savior. If you are able to make Jesus LORD of your life and trust Him in all things, you'll thank God that you were baptized.

I'm happy that wherever you are they wait until the person can decide by him/herself if they really want to be baptised. In my home country they do that to babies, so yes, I was baptised before I learned to speak. I can't forgive my family for taking a decision like that for me without waiting for me to be able to decide if I wanted to be part of their religion or not. Of course, I don't want to be part of that religion. I'm happy that you can do it after having thought by yourself that you really wanted to instead of being forced

I was baptized 1 yr. old to be exact. I am a Catholic. I was bald back then. I have 5 godparents. And the priest who baptize me is our family friend. Fr. Felix. I forget his surname but he is a Italian Priest. After i baptize we went home to eat. And then Fr. Felix put something in my pocket. My parent thought it was a money but it isn't. It's a rosary. Until now the rosary is with me.

Don't be worried about your testimony because there is no right or wrong thing to say. This is something that is personal to you. Take this time to reflect on what baptism means to you. Proclaiming that you follow Jesus through Baptism is the easiest part, the hardest would be to continue to make God the center of your life and be like Him everyday.

Could I be frank with you Olisaur. Yes, I was born as a Roman Catholic. But once I grew up, I chose to follow my Lord and God Jesus Christ only by reading His Word, the Holy Bible. I've changed a lot from what I was taught and what I do believe now. Don't get yourself baptised until you understand the meaning and accept Jesus in your life. And once you accept Jesus, it will be the happient moment of your life. I love my Jesus very much. He has been there for us through every moment of our lives after I accepted Him the right way.

Before you take such a step, you should be sure... you should be ready to take on the responsibility. You should be sure that you understand what you are doing and that you truly believe in what you are doing. If you really feel it, then you should be able to speak from the heart. If you do not feel it, then it will be impossible to speak from the heart. I am sure that is why they ask you to speak before the baptism. Shalom~Adoniah

Congratulations on your decision to get baptised. I am sure, our Lord is smiling at you up there to see commit yourself to the Him. I am sure that's one of shining moments of your life. God loves you my friend!

I was baptized while I was still in my mother's arms. I do not remember anything about it. Baptism gave me the right of admission to the Catholic Church the church I belong to. I remained a Catholic thereafter. Beside that it did nothing for me. It did make me a good Christian.