SIGNs and symbols- Baptism
There are many signs and symbols used in Baptism including:
Oil- Strengthens us in our faith and protects us.
Paschal candle- Sign of risen life of Christ.
Water- Cleanses and makes us born anew.
White garment- Sign of acceptance and belonging to the new church.
Scripture References:
Oil- Strengthens us in our faith and protects us.
Paschal candle- Sign of risen life of Christ.
Water- Cleanses and makes us born anew.
White garment- Sign of acceptance and belonging to the new church.
Scripture References:
- Luke 3:21 21 When
all the people were being baptized, Jesus was baptized too. And as he was
praying, heaven was opened.
- 1 Peter 3:21 21 and 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. It saves you by the
resurrection of Jesus Christ.
- Ephesians
4:5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism;