Down to the River: The Purpose and Power of Baptism
May 14, 2023 / Eric Huffman
“By baptism, we enter into a covenant with God, an everlasting covenant, are admitted into the church, made members of Christ, made children of God. By the water of baptism, we are born again.” - John Wesley
The movement of Jesus that has swept over the entire world was born in blood and water. For thousands of years, believers from every nation and race, whether rich or poor, male or female, young or old, having been redeemed by the blood of Christ, were initiated into Christ’s Church through this mysterious water rite called baptism. What is the meaning of this strange, ancient ritual, and why does it still matter today? Join The Story through the month of May as we explore the purpose and power of baptism!