Matthew 28:19; Romans 6:4; Colossians 2:12; Acts 8:36-39
Baptism in water is by immersion. This is a direct commandment of our Lord and is for believers only. The ordinance is a symbol of the Christians identification with Christ in His death, burial and resurrection (Matt. 28:19, Rom. 6:4, Col. 2:12, Acts 8:36-39).
The following recommendation regarding the water baptismal formula is adopted: to wit “On the confession of your faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of God, and by His authority. I baptize you in the Name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Ghost. Amen.”
