Well, my mom and dad are Christians, but me and my sister haven't been baptized yet. I believe in God and Jesus. I'm 14 and I haven't been baptized yet. Is this bad? I will get baptized for sure later on though.
2007-12-29 07:32:15 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
You need to be Baptized as soon as possible. The sacrament is the mark of salvation.
The Lord himself affirms that Baptism is necessary for salvation. He also commands his disciples to proclaim the Gospel to all nations and to baptize them. Baptism is necessary for salvation for those to whom the Gospel has been proclaimed and who have had the possibility of asking for this sacrament. The Church does not know of any means other than Baptism that assures entry into eternal beatitude; this is why she takes care not to neglect the mission she has received from the Lord to see that all who can be baptized are "reborn of water and the Spirit." God has bound salvation to the sacrament of Baptism, but he himself is not bound by his sacraments. RCC
2007-12-29 07:46:53 · answer #1 · answered by TheoMDiv 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I would get baptized as soon as you can.
Jesus Christ tells us in Scripture that baptism is necessary for salvation. This is why Catholics take the sacrament so seriously, and why from the time of the Apostles even infants were baptized along with entire families.
"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." (Mt 28:19-20).
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2007-12-30 14:37:49 · answer #2 · answered by Veritas 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
When you truly take Jesus in as your Lord and Savior and give him your heart 100% and have full trust in him. You should get baptized in a Christian church like your mom and dad. Ask God and listen to his answer. Ask God for guidance
You should also discuss this with your Pastor.
2007-12-29 15:40:50 · answer #3 · answered by conny 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Being baptized with water is symbolic of your profession of faith - done publicly - and a very moving and solemn occasion. But being baptized with the Holy Spirit is the true baptism. Study up your church's practices, and also what the Bible says - just read the whole New Testament from start to end. God loves you. Being baptized with water is a human event to help propel you toward the spiritual rebirth... or baptism of the Holy Spirit. You are fine! :)
2007-12-29 15:37:57 · answer #4 · answered by Holly Carmichael 4 · 1⤊ 3⤋
No it's not bad, but you need to be baptized to go on in your walk in faith in Christ, it is the first commandment after being saved. The blessing will increase as you grow, but you cannot grow if you don't take the first step. You have to be sure you are ready though, and don't worry you'll KNOW when you are ready.
2007-12-29 15:43:34 · answer #5 · answered by colway 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
You can go to your pastor and get baptized anytime you want. You do not have to ask for permission.
2007-12-29 15:38:47 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
You must not be catholic or Methodist.
They baptize babies, and you are 14, so.........
I tell you what would be bad. It will be a bad thing to only get baptized to please others, or for some other silly reason.
Baptism is a symbol of your willingness to give your life from then on to God. Pleas don't do it until you are ready.
And don't worry. God knows your heart.
2007-12-29 15:45:49 · answer #7 · answered by ? 6 · 1⤊ 3⤋
When you have an opportunity - get baptized. But don't let it concern you too much, as God looks at the heart and one's intentions.
2007-12-29 15:45:57 · answer #8 · answered by Steve Amato 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
I'm 16 and i have not been baptized but i think it OK later Nicole
2007-12-31 11:47:46 · answer #9 · answered by nicole m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe in the gods but there is no Baptism ceremony so I can't be baptized
2007-12-29 15:37:20 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 5⤋