1. Baptism is only for those old enough to believe.
1. It is appropriate for parents to dedicate their children to God, but there is no record of infant baptism in Scripture.
2. Baptism is for those who are capable of understanding its significance. (Mark 16:16, Acts 2:38)
2. Baptism is by immersion.
1. Sprinkling was approved as a substitute form of baptism at the council of Ravenna, 1311.
2. Our intent is to restore baptism to its original form. (John 3:23; Acts 8:38-39)
3. Baptism, symbolizing the death, burial and resurrection of Christ, represents our death to sin, burial with Christ and resurrection into new life with Him. (Romans 6:1-7)
3. Baptism is for the remission of sins and the reception of the Holy Spirit. (Acts 2:38)
1. Baptism is more than just a symbol or a memorial.
2. It is a means of union with Christ and empowerment from the Holy Spirit. (Galatians 3:27; Colossians 2:9-12; Titus 3:3-7)
4. Some concluding principles about baptism.
1. The act of baptism does not save; Christ does. (Ephesians 2:8-9)
2. Baptism is a demonstration of our acceptance of Christ as Savior and Lord. (Romans 6:1-5)
3. Baptism is the point in time where we can be confident of God's forgiveness. (I Peter 3:21)
4. In the New Testament, baptism was performed as soon as someone surrendered to Christ. (Acts 8:36; Acts 16:33)
5. Baptism should be a source of unity, not division among believers. (Ephesians 4:3-6)

Also check out the following hyperlink for additional insight on baptism by John MacArthur of Grace to You:  Is baptism necessary for salvation?