Perspectives Podcast, Season 2, Episode 16: What’s It All For – Our Baptism
Jan 12, 2025
Summary
Join Rev. Trudy and Rev. Hannah for this episode of Perspectives Pastors Podcast as they examine baptism and ask: What difference does it make and what is it all for? It’s inspired by looking toward the actions of John the Baptist and Jesus’ public baptism in Luke 3:15-22. Baptism is a quick ceremony but through the pastors’ discussion, it becomes apparent that there’s a lot to consider!
Detail
Join Rev. Trudy and Rev. Hannah for this episode of Perspectives Pastors Podcast as they examine baptism and ask: What difference does it make and what is it all for? It’s inspired by looking toward the actions of John the Baptist and Jesus’ public baptism in Luke 3:15-22.
Baptism is a quick ceremony but through the pastors’ discussion, it becomes apparent that there’s a lot to consider! Follow along as they talk about:
- Differences between John’s and Jesus’ ministries.
- How this Scripture lesson moves Christian baptism beyond the ritualistic cleansing of Jewish faith.
- The universality that’s found in Christian baptism.
- The meaning of our baptismal vows.
- And how to turn baptism from a passive one-time event into an active, life-long journey.
If this or other podcast episodes from First UMC San Diego give you something you’d like to discuss with others, be sure to head over to Patreon where you can connect with our online community and unlock some additional inspiration. Or connect with our in-person Convergence group. Either way, we invite you to think about these questions:
- How has your expectation of Jesus changed as you have come to know Jesus better?
- What does baptism mean to you?
- How has your baptism led you into the fire or into situations that are scary or threatening?
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