Why delay?

And now, why are you delaying? Get up and be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on his name. (Acts 22:16)

It never struck me until today that Saul seemed to be hesitating to get baptized.

Why? Feelings of guilt for his past, probably. Wondering if God could really love him. Wondering if God could really use someone like him for his kingdom.

Maybe you are like Saul. You’re thinking about getting baptized, but you’re hesitating.

Perhaps it’s because you see all your sins and weaknesses. You see all your doubts.

Perhaps you feel you don’t know enough. Or maybe you wonder if you can “properly” live the Christian life.

Can I encourage you? Don’t hesitate.

None of us had completely cleaned up our lives before getting baptized.

None of us had perfect faith.

None of us knew everything about God and his word.

I’ve been a Christian for over 40 years, and I still can’t say I have accomplished any of these things.

All God wants us to do is to start that journey with him. And it starts with one decision: “Jesus I choose to trust you as my Lord and Savior. I want to follow you.”

If that’s you, don’t hesitate. Ananias’ words are for you.

And now, why are you delaying? Get up and be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on his name. (Acts 22:16)