Baptism /
mikveh is a physical process that represents spiritual purification and cleansing. Because of the amount of attention
given to it in Scripture, and the effort demonstrated by Yeshua Himself and many others to fulfill it, the instruction
is clearly of utmost importance. As the Priest, Aaron would Mikveh before he would present the sacrifice
to Yahweh God.
And
Aaron shall come into the tabernacle of the congregation, and shall put off the linen garments, which he put on when he went
into the holy place, and shall leave them there: And he shall wash his flesh with water in the holy place, and put on his
garments, and come forth, and offer his burnt offering, and the burnt offering of the people, and make an atonement for himself,
and for the people.
Lev 16:23-24
The Christian form of Baptism is one of the many things was altered by the catholic church and carried
forward by the Protestand Reformation. Baptism is not a "New Testament invention. It began clear back in
the Pentateuch / Torah under the name of Mikveh. When people were "Baptized" in t"New Testament"
they were really following the Mikveh instructions of the "Old Testament".
Today as an act of obedience
and profession of faith we mikveh (baptize) as a ceremonial cleansing. The mikveh / baptism
signifies that the old ways have passed away and we are beginning a new, fresh and clean way of life free from transgressions
(
2 Cor. 5:17). The guidance of a spiritual leader such as a
Frontier Fellowship leader can be very beneficial as you proceed through the experience. For various reasons it is also wise to mikveh
with witnesses present. Mikveh is a ceremonial cleansing and so symbolism such as utilizing "living water"
can be important.
Then
Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Yeshua the Messiah for the remission of sins,
and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.
Acts 2:38
