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How do we know that baptism is not for the remission of sins?

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Baptism is a sign of obedience and an outward expression of faith, not a means of sin forgiveness.

Scripture indicates that baptism is not for the remission of sins but is a public declaration of the believer’s faith in Christ. Peter, in Acts 2:38, calls for repentance and baptism for the forgiveness of sins, with 'for' meaning 'because of' the forgiveness received through Christ. This clarifies that it is by Christ's sacrifice and the Holy Spirit's work that our sins are forgiven, and baptism serves merely as an outward sign of this inward faith and obedience to God.
Scripture References: Acts 2:38, Matthew 3:13-17

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