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(i) It strengthens one's faith.
(ii) It symbolizes the death end of sinful life.
(iii) Enables a believer to receive the Holy Spirit and His teaching.
(iv) It is a sign of obedience to Christ and his teachings.
(v) It prepares a Christian for the heavenly kingdom.
(vi) It marks the beginning of personal commitment to God.
(vii) It unites a believer to Christ.
(viii) It identifies one with the Christian community.
Why is it important for Christians to be baptized?
1. During baptism a Christian is given a new name which symbolizes a new life in Christ.
2. Through baptism Christians are prepared for the kingdom of God.
3. It foreshadows the death and resurrection of Christ.
4. Through baptism Christians are cleansed from their sins.
5. Christians as a way of identifying with Christ.
6. Through baptism one’s faith is strengthened.
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Explain the reasons why Christians are baptized.
? To follow Jesus example and identify with him.
? To receive the Holy Spirit who teaches, guides in their lives.
? To prepare one to enter Kingdom of God.
? Unites Christians under one body of Christ.
? It effects complete forgiveness of sins.
? It is an act of being born again.
? It is a symbol of death and resurrection.
? Through Baptism one is considered a child of God.
maurice.mutuku answered the question on July 14, 2017 at 09:26
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