Today is all about celebrating a powerful step of faith — water baptism! It’s more than a symbolic act — it’s a declaration of a transformed life and a commitment to follow Jesus. But why is baptism so important? Let’s dive into what it means and why you should consider taking this step:✨ Why Get Baptized?1️⃣ Obedience — Jesus Told Us To!Baptism is an act of obedience to Jesus’ command:"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 everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." — Matthew 28:19-202️⃣ Jesus Led by ExampleEven Jesus Himself was baptized, showing us the way:"Let it be so now; it is proper for us to do this to fulfill all righteousness." — Matthew 3:13-17When He came out of the water, heaven opened, and God declared His love and approval. If Jesus chose baptism, how much more should we follow His lead?3️⃣ It’s Symbolic — From Death to New LifeBaptism represents dying to our old selves and rising again with Christ:"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 live a new life." — Romans 6:3-44️⃣ Cleansing — A Fresh StartBaptism isn’t just about washing away dirt — it’s about cleansing our hearts and pledging a clear conscience to God:"This water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also—not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a clear conscience toward God." — 1 Peter 3:21-22"Let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings, having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience and having our bodies washed with pure water." — Hebrews 10:22-235️⃣ New Life, New Hope, New Purpose!God promises to give us a new heart, a new spirit, and a new future:"I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you will be clean... I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you." — Ezekiel 36:24-29Jesus offers us water that satisfies our souls forever:"Whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life." — John 4:13-14🔥 Your Next Step Starts Today"Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland." — Isaiah 43:18-19Maybe today is the day you’re getting baptized — if so, we celebrate with you! 🎉Or maybe today is the day you decide to follow Jesus and start your journey — we’re cheering you on. 🙌💙 Be part of this incredible moment — like, share, and comment below. We’d love to hear how this message spoke to you!Broadcasting live online from Wakefield, West Yorkshire, UK from our in-person service at 9.15 and 11am. We pray you are blessed as you watch - do drop us a message and join all our Church services and live chat for more details or to subscribe to our newsletter head to www.DestinyChurch.co.uk