Baptism of the Holy Spirit
April 17, 2008
I am continually reminded how blessed we are here at Immanuel to have so many baptisms. We continually see the very miracle of God as He gives to children that He has called new life. Eternal life begins in the faith that is given to them through Holy Baptism.
We are reminded that our life comes through the death and resurrection of Jesus the Christ. Romans 6 reminds us that it is through our own Baptism that we receive this life as we are united in death with Him, and united then also in His resurrection with Him.
As a congregation we have the joy of celebrating and witnessing over 100 baptisms per year, God is good as He weekly reminds us that He has beckoned each of us to life through His cross and empty tomb. May you and I always cling to our baptism, as in it we have faith, faith in Christ and His love and grace for us.
God Bless you this week as you remember Your baptismal faith given to you by our God!