What is the Christian and Missionary Alliance's view on baptism?

The Christian and Missionary Alliance holds that baptism is an outward sign of an inward faith, signifying an individual's personal commitment to Christ. This view emphasizes the importance of baptism as an expression of one’s faith journey, where immersion is often practiced, aligning with the example of Christ's own baptism and the early church. This approach highlights the believer's identification with the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus, serving as both a public declaration and an important step in the process of discipleship.

The understanding of baptism as merely a symbolic act with no real significance does not encapsulate the transformative nature and the spiritual implications that the Alliance associates with the act. While the Alliance recognizes that baptism is not a sacramental means of grace (hence, not necessary for salvation), it is nevertheless viewed as a vital part of the believer's obedience and expression of faith. Similarly, the practice is directed toward believers rather than infants, aligning with their support of believer's baptism where individuals make a conscious decision to follow Christ.