What does the Bible say about baptism and its connection to faith?

Baptism, as exemplified in Acts 8:36-37, is closely associated with the confession of faith. Philip told the Ethiopian eunuch that he could be baptized if he believed with all his heart. This connection emphasizes that baptism is a declaration of one’s faith in Christ and should follow a genuine belief in Him. Romans 6:4 further illustrates this point by stating that through baptism, believers publicly identify with Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection. Thus, baptism symbolizes the inward transformation that has taken place through faith.