Is baptism necessary to be a disciple of Jesus Christ?

Yes, baptism is the first act of obedience that makes a person a disciple of Jesus Christ. It is not enough to believe on Jesus Christ, if we are unwilling to obey Him in baptism (Mark 16:15-16; Acts 2:37-38; James 2:14-26). What is the cost of discipleship? The cost of discipleship is the choice to obey Jesus Christ in all matters for the rest of your life, regardless of the sacrifices or consequences (Luke 14:25-33). God commands us to love Him and His Son more than anything else. Does Jesus Christ have many disciples? No, there are very few who will count up the cost of discipleship and pay it for the Lord Jesus Christ (Luke 14:25-33). He said that many are called, but only few are chosen (Matt 22:14). The narrow way of pleasing God is found only by a few (Matt 7:13-14). Many will say they are disciples, but only a few are willing to deny themselves, take up their cross daily, and follow Him (Luke 9:23). What is a Christian? A Christian is a disciple of Jesus Christ (Acts 11:26). ...  more