Baptisms at Messiah

Sunday, September 8 was special as three members of the Bhutanese community, who have been attending worship services at Messiah Lutheran Church, were baptized and officially became part of God’s family, drowning their old sinful self and bringing to life a new self dedicated to God. They are Giri Basnet, Bhim Basnet, and Ganga Bhandary, all of whom have been active in a Home Bible Study, and with whom initial contact was made through the ministries of CFNA. As each came forward to be baptized you could see their joy of anticipation as they looked forward to receiving their new life in Christ.

Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.  The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.” (Acts 2:38-39).

This Bible verse accurately describes what happened Sunday, and the baptism demonstrated how God welcomes all into his family regardless of race or gender.  Hopefully their example will serve as a beacon to guide others who remain skeptical to God’s love and sacrifice for all.

By Jonathon Okine