Two particular and peculiar practices encourage growth to maturity for believers.
Baptism is a sign and means of receiving the Holy Spirit, whose primary role is to set us apart for God's presence, his service, and his glory.
Baptism is a conscious and deliberate act by which the Christian is incorporated into the faith community.
When we are baptized we align our lives with the good news of God’s coming kingdom and recognize that power in his kingdom is expressed as submission and service.