The Next Step of Baptism Matthew 3:13–17; Matthew 28:18–20; Acts 2:38; Romans 6:1–7 Baptism is not necessary for salvation, but it is for obedience. Baptism is an outward expression of an inward change. Baptism is the public announcement of the private repentance and faith. Baptism is the next step, not the last step, of obedience. What is Baptism? Immersion Identification with Christ’s Death and Resurrection Identification with Christ Who Should be Baptized? Believers Not Unbelievers Why Should I be Baptized? Sign of Heart Obedience Sign of Heavenly Agreement Sign of Trinitarian Belief You cannot be Right with God and Reject His Commandments