Grounded: Rooted in Baptism // Pastor Magrey deVega // January 11, 2026

Baptism reminds us of who we are in Christ, and the calling Christ gives us to live a holy life. It is a notion underscored by 1 Peter, which tells us that the waters of baptism do not as much cleanse us physically, but spiritually, empowering us to live with a good conscience.   

Reflection Questions: 
1. What is your favorite memory of a baptism? 
2. How will remembering your baptism strengthen you during hard days? 
3. How will you “behave until you believe, so that you can behave because you believe”? 

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