One of the most important steps in the process of joining a church is going through baptism. This is commanded by Jesus Christ himself as well as by many Christian denominations. Preparation for this step can be very challenging for church-goers. This guide will help you understand the procedures in your church and make better decisions about preparing for baptism.
This manual is especially written for all church members who have received a Christ-centered water baptism. The purpose of writing this manual is to deepen the person’s faith, encourage them to live their faith, and show them how to live a godly life.
The RCCG baptismal class manual is a complete package which covers everything you need to know about the church and preparing for baptism.
RCCG Baptismal Class Manual
A Practical Guide to the RCCG Baptismal Class
The RCCG baptismal class is designed to prepare you for your upcoming baptism. This manual will guide you through the process, from what to expect at the church to what to bring with you on the day of your baptism.
Before You Begin:
Please read through this manual carefully. We want to make sure that you are prepared for everything that will occur during your baptism.
Remember that if there is anything that is not covered in this manual, please feel free to ask one of our staff members or other members of the church who have been baptized before if there is any additional information they can provide for you.
The purpose of this manual is to guide you through the process of becoming a new member of the Redeemed Christian Church of God. This manual will cover everything from what to expect on Sunday, to what to expect during your baptismal class. If you have any questions at any time, please feel free to contact your pastor or one of the elders.
The first thing you should do is read through this manual and make sure that you understand everything it says. It’s important that you do this because once you start attending church, you will be expected to know these things well enough so that they become second nature to you. Once you’re done reading through this manual, we recommend printing out a copy so that you can keep it around for future reference.
Congratulations! Beloved, surrendering your life to Jesus Christ is the best decision you have ever made. You are now born-again, a new creature, redeemed by the precious blood of the LAMB. There is great joy in Heaven over you. Welcome to the fold of the Saints.
Since Jesus Christ is not ashamed to call you son or daughter and to present you faultless before God the Father, it will be wise to publicly declare your stand as commanded in the Scriptures by submitting yourself for water baptism– Mk.16:15-16, Mt.28:19. It is an outward symbol of an inward reality of genuine conversion.
This programme is therefore designed to teach and acquaint every prospective candidate for water baptism with the fundamental beliefs of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, as depicted in the Holy Bible.
Pastor E. A. Adeboye
This manual is used in Baptismal Classes of the RCCG. Dont know what Baptismal Class is all about? Simply proceed to the link below:
What do Christians think about dreams?
If a Christian has a dream that seems more important or authoritative than the run-of-the-mill nightmares, they should consult the Bible.
Even if there have been instances of visions and dreams happening after the Old Testament and after the New Testament, Christians must remember that the canon of Scripture is their primary source of what God has to communicate to them.
The possibility that Christians in the end times would have prophetic dreams does not elevate dream interpretations above the authority of Scripture.
A Christian’s dreams may contain a message from God, a warning about an impending event, or a symbol with special meaning. If a Christian has such a dream, they can investigate its veracity by looking up the topic in the Bible.
Interesting though they may be, Christians shouldn’t wish dreams upon their fellow believers. Thankfully, Christians always have access to the Bible, which serves as the ultimate authority on dream interpretation.
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Conclusion
Your future with God is determined by your faithfulness to the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is your duty to be baptized after salvation and to live an unblemished life. You need no one to tell you when to repent, rather you should always be ready when God wants to set you free. Be baptized because it is a righteous thing.