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August 30th, 2026 | Bryan Vaughn | Through The Waters

What if baptism is about more than simply taking the “next step” in our faith?

Bryan traces the story of baptism all the way back to the beginning of Scripture. From the waters of creation, Noah and the flood, Israel crossing the Red Sea, and the Jordan River, we see a repeated picture of God bringing order from chaos, deliverance from slavery, and His people into promise.

That story ultimately leads us to Jesus, who enters the waters Himself and invites us to follow Him. In baptism, we identify with His death and resurrection, publicly declaring our repentance, faith, and allegiance to…

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