Week 2: Baptism
January 4
Baptism is a command and daily practice.
Baptism isn’t just symbolic; it’s participation.
Themes for "Water" in Scripture - Life and Chaos
Baptism is the reminder that Jesus went through the chaos of death and won, and now we can too.
You won’t admit Jesus is Lord and savior until you admit you are someone who needs saving.
Baptism is more than a moment, it is meant to be lived.
Discipleship is daily living out your baptism.
[d]Group Questions
Read Romans 6:3-14 together.
When you think about the idea that baptism is meant to be “lived out,” what part of that feels challenging or new to you?
Paul says we are “dead to sin but alive to God.” What does that look like practically in everyday decisions, not just spiritually?
Where do you currently feel like life is chaotic or overwhelming? How does the image of “passing through the waters” change how you view that situation?
In what ways do you still live as if sin, shame, or fear has authority over you—even though Scripture says it doesn’t?
What would it look like this year to intentionally “live out your baptism” in one specific area of your life (relationships, habits, forgiveness, obedience, trust)?