Our church has implemented an extremely thorough baptismal guide in which a mentor (Phil) works through the material with the mentee (Sarah). In addition to making sure Sarah was Biblically prepared, the meeting times were a great benefit to father and daughter.
Our church also has the tradition of river baptisms. This summer the river was at a dangerously high level so extra precautions were taken. It also happened to be extremely cold as well!
In addition to meeting with each candidate individually prior to their baptism, Pastor Jack always takes some time to ask some individual questions on the day of the baptism. He also asks each person if they want to share a scripture of assurance. Sarah shared Romans 10:9:
That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Having Phil be a part of the baptism is an added bonus!
Savannah thought it was a pretty great day!
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So excited to see your baptism, Sarah! Love, the Boaz family
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