Hey Guys!
Last night Jason did a great job of talking to us about Baptism. He reminded us that sometimes we go through life just doing things and not thinking about what they mean.
For instance, what if you missed your best friend's birthday? I have to admit, I'm guilty on several different occasions of doing just that. Recently one of my good friends had a birthday. I didn't get his gift put into the mail until two months afterwards! I felt like a total NERD after the fact. Especially since they sent a thank you letter to us the MOMENT they received the ridiculously tardy present. Maybe you've had the same experience. You see, when something significant happens, you really should pay attention to it and do something that honors that event properly.
When you come to Jesus, that is a HUGE event! Your life should be completely changed as a result. The Bible says that you 've been transferred from the domain of darkness into the light! Your heart has been transformed and your life will soon follow. That is BIG! So it should stand to reason that you should make a big event out it right? That's what Baptism is. It is a public declaration of something that happened between you and God. It is making your faith public knowledge. Yes, the initial event is between you and God but it shouldn't stay that way. Faith is meant to be lived out in community.
Last night I walked away from the 201 Building (youth building) with a big stack of cards from people that have made that decision. WAY TO GO PEOPLE!!! I am so proud of those who were courageous enough to fill out a card and get it back to us that night. If you thought about it and did not fill out a card, its okay. Don't worry, we will have more baptism ceremonies to come. We will let you know about it, much like this one, way ahead of time. Thank you guys for coming out last night and I look forward to seeing you soon.
Matt
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