Is baptism necessary for all Christians?

Answer 1

AnswerThat's all a matter of religious belief. You should ask your religious leader.

To a Hindu, Jew, Sikh, American Indian, Muslim, the answer would be a definitive NO! If you belong to one of the many sects of Christianity, your religious leader would be the best source for that answer.

Any answers that you get on a web site such as this will include the opinions and prejudices of every individual who happens to be passing. Seriously, talk to your religious leader or someone who believes as you do.

Another AnswerYes, it is very much essential. When in The Bible it says that all you need to be saved is to accept Jesus as your savior, they were talking to people who already had been baptised. Jesus says to become like him, and HE WAS BAPTISED, even though he was perfect. So, shouln't us lesser people be baptised also? AnswerNo Baptism is a sign of salvation not a requirement. It is by faith that you are saved not by works. Draw your own conclusion"He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved" (Mark xvi, 16).

"Except a man be born of the water and of the spirit, he cannot enter the Kingdom of God" (John iii, 5).

"Go ye, therefore, and teach all nations, baptising them" (Matthew xxviii, 19).

Was the penitent thief baptized?

Paul says: "I thank God that I baptized none of you, but Crispus and Gaius.... For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel" (1 Corinthians i, 14, 17).

Baptism is a necessary part of salvation. It's not alone. There's no passage that says that "we are saved by faith alone", that's false doctrine. We're save by grace through faith & not by works. Baptism is not a work & those who say it is are lying, baptism is a commandment. Baptism does also save 1 Pet 3:21.

NO! It would be a work if baptism saved. All you need to do is have faith in what Jesus did. (John 3:16; John 3:18; John 3:36; John 5:24; John 6:53-54; John 8:24; Acts 16:31)

All of these passages say that one need only believe.

Answer 2

Although the Bible does state "Believe and be baptised", it may refer to the baptism of the holy spirit, which is the impartation of some of God's character and power into you. You do not need to be baptised to be saved, but as it is an outward expression of your faith, you should plan on doing it at some point.

Answer 3

No. Generally speaking, Baptists are pretty big into the concept that believers are saved by faith alone - that no outward deed (performing good works, being baptized, taking communion, etc.) can contribute to or take away from salvation.

Answer 4

No. Salvation is a result of your relationship with Jesus Christ, and your commitment to follow Him. Baptism is considered the first act of obedience and emulation (after salvation), as Christ was baptised before He began His ministry. Baptism is also symbolic of the death of the "old life" and birth of the "new life" (born again), as Christ died and was resurrected.

Answer 5

No, baptism is not required for salvation. People get saved when they "Confess with their mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in their heart that God raised him from the dead". Basically, you have to say out loud that Jesus died and rose again. Baptism on the other hand, is an outward demonstration of the change that has taken place.

Answer 6

nowhere in the bible is being baptized required to be saved. You just have to believe in Jesus, and try to do what is right. Just give your heart to him.

A NT perspective:According to the New Testament, yes, you do.

Matthew 28:19, 20 - "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age."

Mark 16:16 - He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned.

Acts 2:36-38 - "Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly that God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ." Now when they heard this, they were cut to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, "Men and brethren, what shall we do?" Then Peter said to them, "Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit."

The New Testament has far more to say on baptism that really should be studied by anyone concerned; it's treated as a very important subject.

[Quotes from NKJV]

Answer 7

Absolutely, 1 Peter 3:21 says "...and this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also-not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a clear conscience toward God. It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ..."

Answer 8

* No, baptism is optional but it is a way to show that you belong to Christ. * Yes, Baptism is necessary for all Christians.

Answer 9

Yes it is necessary because the bible says repent and be babtised in Jesus name for the remission of your sin .That's the only way your sins ar removed.