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Bible Verses About Baptism

Baptism is the believer's public yes to Jesus — buried with Him, raised to new life. These Bible verses about baptism trace the command, the meaning, and the joy of going under the water.

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Matthew 28:19-20

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“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.””

Acts 2:38

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“Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”

Romans 6:3-4

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“Or aren’t you aware that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death? We were therefore buried with Him through baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may walk in newness of life.”

Galatians 3:26-27

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“You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus. For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.”

Mark 16:16

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“Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.”

Acts 22:16

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“And now what are you waiting for? Get up, be baptized, and wash your sins away, calling on His name.’”

Colossians 2:12

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“And having been buried with Him in baptism, you were raised with Him through your faith in the power of God, who raised Him from the dead.”

1 Peter 3:21

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“And this water symbolizes the baptism that now saves you also—not the removal of dirt from the body, but the pledge of a clear conscience toward God—through the resurrection of Jesus Christ,”

Matthew 3:16-17

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“As soon as Jesus was baptized, He went up out of the water. Suddenly the heavens were opened, and He saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and resting on Him. And a voice from heaven said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased!””
“Jesus answered, “Truly, truly, I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless he is born of water and the Spirit.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Bible say about Baptism?

Baptism is the believer's public yes to Jesus — buried with Him, raised to new life. These Bible verses about baptism trace the command, the meaning, and the joy of going under the water.

What is a good Bible verse about Baptism?

Matthew 28:19-20: “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.””

Where should I start reading about Baptism in the Bible?

Start with Acts 2:38, one of the 10 verses gathered here on this topic.

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