Baptism in the New Testament
Family guide · Baptism in the New Testament · Romans 6:1-11; Galatians 3:26-29; 1 Peter 3:18-22 · about 15 minutes
Big idea: Baptism is linked with faith, forgiveness, union with Christ, appeal, new life, and entry into the community.
Start with the passage and keep direct text, explanation, and application distinct.
The 15-minute flow
- 2 minConnect. Connect Baptism in the New Testament to the story already learned in Jesus, Gospel, and Salvation.
- 5 minRead. Read selected portions of Romans 6:1-11 and name direct observations.
- 3 minUnderstand. Restate the big idea in your own words: Baptism is linked with faith, forgiveness, union with Christ, appeal, new life, and entry into the community.
- 3 minPlay. Use Baptism in the New Testament Claim Audit verbally or on paper.
- 2 minRespond. State one direct textual claim, one interpretive conclusion, and one responsible application from the lesson.
Talk about it
- What does the passage directly say?
- What meaning follows from it?
- What is one response we can practise?
This week
Action: State one direct textual claim, one interpretive conclusion, and one responsible application from the lesson.
Prayer: Thank God for what the passage reveals and ask for help to respond faithfully.
Note for parents: Questions are welcome. Do not force disclosure, certainty, public prayer, baptism, or another public religious decision.