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Marked as Belonging to Christ | Acts 2:37–41

What is God saying to us in baptism?

In Acts 2:37-41, we see that baptism is more than a personal milestone or religious tradition - it is the Gospel made visible. When God saves sinners by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, He does not leave that work hidden. He marks it publicly, declaring that we belong to Him.

This message explores the joy, weight, and assurance of belonging to Christ, reminding us that baptism doesn’t save us - Jesus does - but it powerfully proclaims what God has already done. As we consider repentance, forgiveness, and life in the church, we’re invited to rest in the grace of a Savior who gladly claims His people as His own.

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