Baptism | Sermon | November 9, 2025

November 9, 2025 Sermon: Baptism *Speaker:* Rev. Phil Anderson *Main Texts:* Matthew 28:19–20; Romans 6:3–4 Short Summary / Outline A baptismal celebration exploring what baptism means for believers and how it visibly testifies to the gospel. 1. Symbolizes Our Faith What baptism is not: salvation, mere ritual, or church ID【Romans 10:9】. What baptism is: an act of obedience and a visual portrayal of new life in Christ【Romans 6:3–4】. 2. Signifies Our Faith (Matthew 28:19) The triune basis of salvation: Father (Acts 17:28), Son (Romans 6:23), and Spirit (Romans 8:26). 3. Shows Our Faith (Romans 6:3–4) Baptism is the beginning of a public witness and testimony to what God has done in a life. 4. Pastoral application: celebrate baptisms, encourage new believers to live in the reality of their union with Christ, and invite the church to support and witness these testimonies. Scripture References Matthew 28:19–20 Romans 6:3–4 Romans 6:23 Romans 8:26 Acts 17:28 Topic Tags Baptism • Faith • Salvation • Testimony • Eternity • Hope • Trust • Glory • Love • Peace • Worship Hashtags #BethelTallmadge #Baptism #RevPhilAnderson #NewLifeInChrist #Matthew2819 #Romans63