Who has the authority to Baptize?

Answer 1

Any believer for the command has been given to all who follow in the footsteps of Christ and the apostles.

Matthew 28
9 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."

Answer 2

The pivotal passage that answers this question indirectly is found in the “Great Commission” passage (Matthew 28:18-20). This passage records Jesus’ command to make disciples of all nations and includes baptizing as part of the process of making those disciples. If this commission is given to all Christians (as is commonly held), then it follows that the authority to baptize is also given to all Christians.

Based on Matthew 28:18-20, as well as on the silence of the remaining portions of Scripture concerning this issue, it would seem that any true believer has authority from God to baptize, even as they have the authority from God to evangelize and teach all that Christ commanded.

Answer 3

Any Christian. One does not have to be an ordained minister to baptize. I've baptized 2 young people at their request.

Answer 4

Any christian..the Baptism is between you and Christ...so, any Christian can Baptize.

Answer 5

You can take a swim in my pond anytime you like ol buddy...I don't care what ya call it...lol

Answer 6

i think that any one that truly believes that jesus is the son of GOD and he died on the cross for your sins and that he rose from the dead and he will be back someday. that person can do it.

Answer 7

In my denomination only pastors.

Answer 8

i guess it all depends on what church you are talkng about.