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Scott Worthington
A Jesus Follower's Next Step
Next Step Sundays
Apr 27, 2025Matthew 28:18-20
In this sermon, Pastor Scott preaches from Matthew 28:18-20, and we took a look at baptism. We believe that every Jesus follower has a next step, and if you just started following Jesus and you’re wondering what your next step is, it’s baptism! We also dive deep into looking at why we should get baptized and who should get baptized. Check out this sermon to learn more!
Sermon Notes
Next Step Sundays
A Jesus Follower’s Next Step
“And Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.’” Matthew 28:18-20
“The goal of a disciple was to become so like the rabbi that one would eventually do everything the rabbi did. Apprenticeship captures this vision: life alongside the master, imitation of the master, and ultimately reproduction of the master’s work.” Michael J. Wilkins
We exist to connect people to live the life of a Jesus follower
Every Jesus follower has a next step
We help people understand where they are on their spiritual journey and how to take their next step.
Three Questions About Baptism:
1. What Is Baptism?
BAPTISM IS A PUBLIC DECLARATION THAT SAYS: “I AM A JESUS FOLLOWER!”
“So those who received his word were baptized…” Acts 2:41a
“…if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” Romans 10:9
“Jesus said, “‘…repent and believe the Gospel.’” Mark 1:15b
Three Questions About Baptism:
1. What Is Baptism?
2. Why Should We Get Baptized?
3. Who Should Get Baptized?
Three Questions About Baptism:
1. What Is Baptism?
2. Why Should We Get Baptized?
3. Who Should Get Baptized?
Two groups of people who should NOT be baptized:
1. People who do not have a relationship with Jesus
2. People who have already been baptized biblically
Baptism in the New Testament was…
1. After salvation
2. By Immersion
3. In Community
“So those who received his word were baptized, and there were added that day about three thousand souls.” Acts 2:41
If you are not in those 2 groups: Today you need to be baptized!
“I’m not ready…”
“I was baptized before…”
“I’m afraid of __________”
“I don’t understand why it’s a big deal…”
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