The blessing of infants/children and the dedication of parents is a celebration of children as gifts from God (Psalm 127:3). It is also a public affirmation of the parents' commitment to the spiritual, mental, emotional, social, and physical welfare of their children. In the Baptist Church, the blessing of infants should not be understood as baptism or equated with salvation. It is our commitment to rearing our children in the love, nurture and admonition of the Lord Jesus Christ.