If a person was on a deserted island, or in life threatening danger, or some other special circumstance, would it be ok for them to self-baptize?
In other words, if this person was alone and allowed God to baptize them in the Name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, with water, would this be a valid baptism?
And if not, why? Are there any Bible quotes or other resources that say that one must be baptized by another person, or another Christian?
2006-10-10 21:23:21 · 5 answers · asked by Dysthymia 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
The "proper minister" of baptism is any human being - does not have to be a Christian, so long as they intend to baptize, use water, and say the right words.
So as you describe it, a self-baptism would be irregular but valid.
But it sounds like you don't really need it, having already received the baptism of desire. ;-)
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2006-10-10 23:27:20 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Baptism is an outward expression (Testimony) of your faith. It does not save you. In being baptized you are expressing and telling those around you that you have already been saved.
If you were all alone, I would say that God would understand if you passed on the "Outward expression of your faith" as no one would be around to see and or hear your testimony anyway.
However, wouldn't it be sooooo cool to go aheand and "dunk" yourself as an expression of your faith in your Savior? I think it would take on added meaning (A praise and thanksgiving).
yeah! If you were all alone and had no hope of anyone baptizing you. I'd say honor God by obeying His commandment to be baptized and dunk yourself. That would be really cool, just YOU and GOD alone. Kinda cool!
2006-10-11 04:33:02 · answer #2 · answered by NONAME 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is also something called "Baptism of Desire". If you would get Baptized if able but something beyond your control prevented it, you're still good to go.
2006-10-11 04:33:59 · answer #3 · answered by Augustine 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yea believe they can self baptize i mean why not what cant they. I think they have to know the prayers though
2006-10-11 04:31:05 · answer #4 · answered by asherspowers 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
John the baptist baptised with water, but Jesus baptised with the holy Spirit and Fire. and its Church of Christ doctrine that you MUST be water baptised to get to heaven, i dont believe that
2006-10-11 04:28:09 · answer #5 · answered by Nikki 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋