Do you believe in infant baptism, or do you think people should be baptised when they're old enough to decide

Question

for themselves? What age do you think that should be?

Answer 1

Batizing the infant child is not biblical. A young boy or girl have not yet committed a sin against God because there is no such things as inherited sin He can be baptized upon attaining the age of maturity.That is the wrong teachings of the Catholics who are baptizing little children.

You know baptism is the washing away of the sins committed against God. If you have been baptized, that is the time that it is called born again in spiritual way but not on human body. For more clarifaication, read the bible and understand it.
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Answer 2

Both, or the latter only...or perhaps more accurately, when God leads you to do so. My church doesn't practice infant baptism but I have attended churches that do...I've seen many different type of "ceremonies" that reflect the basic idea of parents promising to train their child to follow the teachings of their religion. Some even go so far as to suggest that baptism is necessary to enter heaven and baptize children to assure their salvation...I don't believe this.

I've never asked if I was baptized as an infant because it wasn't important to me (I'll have to remember to ask my dad the next time I talk to him), I have vague memories of being baptized when I accepted Jesus at nine, but it obviously didn't stand out in my mind as a life-changing event and when I began attending church again after a long hiatus about six years ago, I felt that God was urging me to be baptised again and did so. For me it was both a public declaration of my intent to follow Jesus and a personal declaration that I finally understood what it really meant to have ALL my sins forgiven.

If a person feels led by God to baptise his or her infant, go for it...same advice for any other person considering baptism (even "re-baptism *smile*)!

What age, see above...when they understand what it means and feel personally led to be baptised, they are old enough. My son is six and he has expressed a desire to be baptised but his pastor and I think he needs to learn more about what that means...but I know other children that do understand at six and even a year or two younger...each child is different and only the child and the parent (with the assistance of a pastor if necessary) can decide when baptism is appropriate.

Answer 3

Whatever else it is, baptism is an outward expression of that individual's commitment to live the gospel. I don't think an infant knows enough to make such a decision. I don't think the individual must have a perfect knowledge of the gospel before baptism, just enough to know that we want to follow Jesus.

My sect has declared the age of accountability as 8 years old. Some of the kids probably are still baptized just to make mom and dad happy, but sometimes the child decides to wait a while.

Parents are the strongest influence on a child. They have the responsibility to nourish the child's body, mind, and soul. They should teach the young one about their faith and beliefs, but be understanding if she or he chooses another path.

Answer 4

Baptism for those above the age of reason is easy enough to "prove" through a few texts that point to such a belief. This makes it a very popular mode for those who are locked into Arminianism, but it also opens the door for questions that lead to throwing one's hands in the air and saying "it's a mystery." Infant baptism is a much more sound belief when you consider the weight of scriptural evidence for it. Judging from the answers I've seen so far, most people have not examined any opposing views and would rather "parrot the line" and walk away happy. If you are also happy with those views, great, and I would celebrate with anyone "getting dunked" just as much as you would, although you have to bear with a person whose thoughts are, "it's about time!" during the ceremony.

No, I'm not going to get into the specifics on this, as there are plenty of arguments for it on the Web and in books and on different forums for the religion/denomination that you prefer. Lots of different views, and you'll have to pick which one is right for you. But I was baptized as an infant, and I'm proud of that fact. I have raised my daughter accordingly, and would hope that she feels the same way about raising her children under a covenant of grace rather than "doing it for Jesus" in order to gain points for heaven that don't exist.

Answer 5

Infant baptism seems silly to me. The bible talks of an age of accountability. This is an age of discernment between that person and God. As far as baptism necessary for salvation? That Im not so sure on. BTW: Ive been baptised as an infant in the RCC, then as an adult in a protestant church. I think I liked my adult baptism better.

Answer 6

there's a asserting, "Baptism makes you wetter yet does not make you any extra desirable." Baptism isn't mandatory for salvation. even nonetheless we are advised that we would desire to continuously be baptised, many times that is superb to be baptised as quickly as a threat once you have grow to be a Christian as that could be a command. even nonetheless it is not REQUIRED FOR SALVATION. i think which you attend a Church of Christ as that's the place that's taught. infant baptism won't be a baptism in any respect, that is many times in basic terms a sturdy excuse for a "booze up" and is RC in foundation. In Christianity there should be a repenting of sins, and as toddlers can't repent, and no person can repent on your sins on your behalf, that is in basic terms a farce. If human beings are accepting infant baptism that's no longer scriptural.

Answer 7

baptism is not for infants. that is a church teaching and unscriptural. baptism is an outward public display of one's dedication to god. the word baptism means immersion so a sprinkling wouldn't do anyway. you should only be baptized after taking in accurate knowledge and heartfelt prayer. this is a serious commitment one that shouldn't be taken lightly. sort of like marriage. those that aren't ready should have no part of it. there is no age requirement, some are elderly and some are young, but they do need to make the decision for themselves and not be coerced. this is a lifelong commitment. i am studying to be baptized right now. i've been a bible student for over a year.

Answer 8

Well, we do need to be baptized. Christ was baptized at the age of 30. He lived a perfect life, so did not need ot be baptized for the remission of his sins since he didn't have any. He had John the baptist baptize him to set the example for us that we all need to be baptized and we need to be baptized by immersion.

The correct age for baptism is the age of 8. That is the age when children can discern between fact and fantasy and what is right and wrong.

Answer 9

Churches that practice infant baptism do have their doctrinal reasons, I understand, but I don't know what they are. I personally feel more comfortable with a baptism at age 13 or thereabouts.

Answer 10

i don't believe in infant baptism, because babies are innocent. i believe that people should be baptised only when they are mature enough to understand the convenant they are entering into with God. it shouldn't be emotional, it should be based on complete understanding of what it costs to follow Jesus - the persecution by others, the giving up of worldly pleasures, and the obedience to His Word...

i'd say in their 20's at the earliest...a lot of teen baptism are based on emotions that quickly change or fade away...or unrealistic expectations...