Baptism by immersion is the original method as demonstrated in the examples of John, who required an abundance of water to fully cover his followers, and Jesus Christ, who came up from the water after being in it. Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch also went down into the water together for baptism. The Greek word "baptizo," from which "baptize" is derived, means to immerse or plunge into, distinct from words used for pouring or sprinkling. Through this act of immersion, we symbolize our belief and acceptance of Christ's death, burial, and resurrection, showing our desire to be united with Him in both. Being put into the water represents the death of the old self with its sinful ways, being completely covered symbolizes burial, and being raised from the water pictures a resurrection to a new life, signifying our commitment to live righteously before God.