FOLLOWING THE LORD



Guadalupe (Lupita) Peña was baptized in water at the church in Nuevo Progreso.

 "And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized of John in Jordan." Mark 1:9

Water baptism is very symbolic and it is one of the sacraments of the church. Romans 6:4 tells us that "we are buried with Him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life."

Five people were baptized in water May 1, 2014 at the church in Nuevo Progreso. It was a time of rejoicing for everyone. Pastor Gerardo first spent time explaining the meaning of water baptism as a symbol of the death and resurrection of Christ. He also said that to be baptized in water is to follow in the footsteps of Jesus, who was baptized by John in the Jordan River.  

Nahum prepares to be baptized.

Lupita Peña had an unusual testimony after she was baptized and had changed into dry garments. She said that when she first stepped down into the deep pool of water, it was icy cold and uncomfortable. But in just moments she felt a heat coming up from her feet until the water all around her was soothingly warm. She didn’t understand it, but felt a great feeling of peace as she was submerged into the water. Two other participants said they had experienced the same sensation of heat in the water and they were no longer cold.

Gerson followed the Lord in baptism.

Gerson and Nahum, Pastor Gerardo’s sons, also followed the Lord in water baptism along with two others. It was the first baptismal ceremony in the church, and hopefully there will soon be many more people who want to be obedient to Christ’s command. This experience is one more step in the life and growth of a Christian.

Rubi, a thirteen year old member of the congregation was also baptized.

"Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost." Matthew 28:19