The Basics
Symbolism & Meaning
The Public Declaration
In the Name of the Father
In the Name of the Son & Spirit
100
  • According to the Greek word baptisma, baptism must be done this way, not just by sprinkling.


  • What is complete immersion?

100
  •  Being raised out of the water symbolizes starting a new life centered on doing this.

  • What is God’s will?

100

To qualify for baptism, a candidate must answer this many questions out loud

  • What is two?

100
  • To get baptized in the name of the Father, we must acknowledge Jehovah as our Life-Giver and this.

  • What is Creator?

100
  • We recognize Jesus as "the way" and the only one through whom we can have this with Jehovah.

  • What is a good relationship?

200

 Baptism is described in Hebrews 6:1, 2 as part of the "primary doctrine" about this person

  • Who is the Christ?

200
  • Going under the water symbolizes ending this.

  • What is your former way of life?

200

The first baptism question asks if you have repented, dedicated yourself, and accepted salvation through this person.

  • Who is Jesus Christ?

200

In the Bible, "name" often refers to someone’s reputation, position, or this.

  • What is authority?

200
  • Because we respect Jesus' authority, we gladly submit to those he uses to take the lead, known as this.

What is the "head of the congregation"?

300
  • This Bible book and chapter contains the command to "Make disciples... baptizing them."

  • What is Matthew 28? (v. 19)

300

According to 1 Peter 3:21, baptism is a "request to God" for this.

  • What is a good conscience?

300
  • The second question asks if you understand that baptism identifies you as one of these.

  • What are Jehovah’s Witnesses?

300
  • This scripture is cited to show the Father is worthy to receive glory because He created all things.

  • What is Revelation 4:11?

300
  • Anointed ones are also "baptized into" this, following Jesus' example until they finish their earthly course.

  • What is Christ's death?

400
  •  Just as a solid foundation makes a house sturdy, a thorough understanding of baptism helps a Christian have this.

  • What is strong faith?

400
  • Baptism shows publicly that you have expressed your desire to serve Jehovah in association with this.

  • What is His organization?

400

Answering the baptism questions is a "public declaration" for this goal.

  • What is salvation? (Romans 10:9, 10)

400
  • We show we recognize the Father's authority by using this respectfully and freely.

  • What is His personal name (Jehovah)?

400

To gain God's favor, everyone must repent because we all inherited this from Adam.

  •  What is sin?

500
  • Peter compared the preparation for baptism to the work this man did to build the ark.

  • Who is Noah?

500
  •  Although baptism is "saving you," only this can actually cleanse a person from sin.

  • What is the blood of Jesus?

500
  • These men in Ephesus had to get rebaptized because their first baptism wasn't based on a correct understanding.

  • Who are the disciples Paul met? (Acts 19)

500
  •  Beyond being Creator, baptism candidates must recognize Jehovah as the Provider of salvation through this arrangement.

  • What is the ransom (or Jesus)?

500
  • This Bible verse (quoted in the article) states that "the primary doctrine" includes "the teaching on baptisms."

  • What is Hebrews 6:1, 2?

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