What a joyous occasion we shared together in witnessing the baptism of Belinda, Eddie and Roger on Sunday the 17th March 2024 at the home of Roger and Jennifer.
Tony shared a short word on the fulfilling of the Great Commission - "Go into all the world, preach the gospel, making disciples and baptising them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, and teach them to observe whatsoever I have commanded you" (Matthew 28 v 18 to 20). Jesus was baptised by John to fulfill all righteousness and Belinda, Eddie and Roger were likewise fulfilling all righteousness in following the example of the Lord Jesus in being baptized in water. Water baptism is an outward sign of the inner spiritual experience expressed in Romans 6 of being joined together with the Lord Jesus in His death, burial and resurrection.
Each candidate gave their personal testimony of having received the Lord Jesus as Saviour. It was a touching experience to hear the accounts of each one's individual, and very different, journey of coming to Christ. We rejo
iced to hear of the effectual working of the grace of God in their lives.
One by one they each entered the cold water of the pool and were "buried and raised" in this simple and yet profound step of obedience. We spontaneously burst into song after each baptism and joined together in singing "How Great Thou art" at the end. We stand together with our brothers and sister and pray that they may be strengthened with might by His Spirit in the inner man to run the race with patience until Jesus comes.
We enjoyed a good time of snacks and fellowship afterwards, together with the various family members who were able to join with us for this special occasion.
