Every man must come to the awareness that the salvation of his or her soul is of utmost importance. There is nothing much more important in this world than being sure that our soul is saved. The Bible asked us a question, what shall we give in exchange for our soul. Absolutely, there is nothing which we can give in exchange for our soul. This is why we must accept the teachings of the doctrines of Jesus Christ and obey them.
Matthew 28:19-20 (KJV) Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.
The Lord Jesus Christ came into this world to show us the way of salvation. He taught us how to live and please God. He brought us the doctrines of God. The doctrines are the commandments of God which are applicable to us in this generation. We are to obey these doctrines and commandments of God if we want to receive the salvation of God.
Joining the church is not optional. It is a commandment of God. The church was established by God through our Lord Jesus Christ for us to join. Bro Eli Soriano told us that God would not have established the church if there was no need for it. We are to join the church.
To join the church, Our Lord Jesus Christ instructed the apostles to baptize everyone who will willingly accept His doctrines. The question of whether we should receive baptism or not does not have any substance. Every believer in Jesus Christ must accept baptism and join the church for their salvation.