Baptism: What If I Was Baptized Before?

Since we have recognized that baptism is an initiation rite, but that it is more than just an initiation rite, you might be wondering, "What if I was baptized before?"  And what you are probably asking is this:  "Should I be baptized again?" "Should I be re-baptized?"

The answer is "no!"  And there's a very comforting reason for that "no":  Your first baptism is "still good"!  Remember:  Baptism is God's work, and He doesn't make mistakes. To get be re-baptized would express doubt that God did it right the first time!

But even if you still feel the need to publicly express your "recommitment" to the faith of your baptism, there are ways to do this without being re-baptized.  Just ask your pastor!