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How do we know that water baptism is essential for Christians?

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Water baptism is commanded by Jesus as a necessary act of obedience and marks incorporation into the church.

The importance of water baptism is underscored in Jesus' Great Commission, where He commanded His disciples to baptize those who believe. This practice signifies not only obedience to Christ’s teachings but also the public identification of a believer with the body of Christ, the church. In 1 Corinthians 12:13, it states, 'For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body,' indicating that baptism serves as a vital means by which believers are recognized as members of Christ's body. This incorporation into the local church highlights the essential unity and collective identity of believers.
Scripture References: Matthew 28:19-20, 1 Corinthians 12:13

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