Dedication means that by word and example you promise to teach your child to live a holy life and to value the good gifts God has given us.
Guidelines for Parents: It isn't baptism for our children • Baptism is the public profession of faith and discipleship after conversion as described above. • Once a child is old enough to make a decision to accept Christ as their personal Savior, then they can make a choice to be baptized.
What is it? The dedication of children is an act of giving children to God for His glory.
The first question to ask is, Are we Christians?
Christian dedication of babies is for Christian families.
The second question to ask is, Are we serious about this dedication?
Dedicating your child to God is an act of faith in God, believing that He has a purpose of abundant life for your child.
The third question to ask is, Are we willing to oversee our child's Christian development?
By dedicating your child to God, you commit yourself to maintain a Christian home where Christ is honored and the word of God is believed and obeyed. A child's first impression of God comes from you, so you must strive to live Christ-like lives at all times. Baby dedication is not a one -time event, but rather a life style of church attendance, service and involvement. It is an active Christian life example in the home of love, and dedication to one another, and to the disciplines of prayer and study. We at Park Avenue are here to support you in every step of your journey as parents. By dedicating you child, we as a church are saying that we are here for you, supporting you, praying for you and are also taking your children under our protective wings. You are supported! You are loved!
Enjoy today and celebrate the step you are taking to dedicate your child to the Lord!