Baptism comes from the Greek word “baptisma” which means
“to dip or to immerse” someone. This metaphor of baptism was used to explain a few different concepts but with the same understanding of a total surrender, alignment and submission to God.
There are Three Primary Baptisms the Bible Refers to:
1. Baptism into Christ - Indwelling of Christ - Salvation.
“Far as many of you were baptised into Christ have put on Christ.”
Galatians 3:27 (NKJV)
2. Baptism into Water — Identifying with Christ's death - after Salvation.
“But when they believed... the things concerning the kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ, both men and women were baptised.”
Acts 8:12 (NKJV)
3. Baptism in the Holy Spirit - Infilling and empowerment of the Holy Spirit - after Salvation:
“He (Jesus) will baptise you with the Holy Spirit and fire.”
Luke 3:16 (NKJV)