At what age does the Bible say you should be baptized?

The answer finally came when the Lord described how parents should teach their children about the gospel. He said, “And their children shall be baptized for the remission of their sins when eight years old, and receive the laying on of the hands” (Doctrine and Covenants

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At what age should a child be baptized?

Here at Grace Community Church, our general practice is to wait until a professing child has reached the age of twelve. Because baptism is seen as something clear and final, our primary concern is that when a younger child is baptized he tends to look to that experience as proof that he was saved.

Does the Bible say babies should be baptized?

Acts 2:38 says, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” Baptists say repentance is a clear prerequisite to baptism here. An infant cannot repent, therefore an infant cannot be baptized.

Can you be baptized at any age?

There are no age restrictions for baptism. In Christianity, any human being who has not yet been baptized can receive the sacrament of baptism. It is said that baptism leaves a permanent mark on your soul, such that you never need to be "re-baptized."

Can a 1 year old get baptized?

Baptism is available to all who believe including young children of believing parents. Denominations that offer baptism to babies and children often have the opportunity for these same children to confirm their faith in Jesus when they are older (13+).

What is the Best Age for Baptism?

Can an 8 year old be baptized?

Baptism also allows the baptized individual, at age 8 or 80, to make an eternal covenant with God. What a great blessing this is!

Can a baby go to heaven without being baptized?

Short answer: yes!

How old was Jesus when he was baptized?

When Jesus “began to be about thirty years of age,” he went to be baptized of John at the river Jordan. (Luke 3:23.)

What does Bible say about baptism?

Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age (Matthew 28:18-20).

Why should babies be baptized?

Lutherans believe that babies are conceived and born sinful and therefore need to be born again to enter the kingdom of heaven. Through Baptism, the Holy Spirit works rebirth, creates faith in them, and saves them. Although some deny the possibility of infant faith, the Bible clearly teaches that babies can believe.

How many God parents can you have?

Traditionally, Christian children have three godparents in total, though they can have as many as the parent wants. Girls usually have two godmothers and one godfather while boys have two godfathers and one godmother but there is no hard and fast rules nowadays.

What happens if you get baptized twice?

Given once for all, Baptism cannot be repeated. The baptisms of those to be received into the Catholic Church from other Christian communities are held to be valid if administered using the Trinitarian formula. As the Catechism of the Catholic Church explains: 1256.

Is the Bible against cremation?

Since the Bible does not ban nor promote cremation, most Christian denominations do not consider cremation to be sinful. The Catholic church, however, held an opposing view for many years.

Do I need to be baptized?

Does everyone need to be baptized? Yes. Jesus made it clear that being born of water and of the Spirit is necessary to enter the kingdom of heaven (see John 3:1–13).

Can toddlers be baptized?

Not all Christians agree on whether babies born to believing parents should be baptized, but Christians do agree that it's a huge privilege and responsibility when a child is born into a Christian family.

What age do you make your Confirmation?

Candidates for Confirmation must be baptized in the Catholic Church and have received Holy Communion around the age of 7 years. Candidates are normally between 11-16 years of age.