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What does the Bible say about the necessity of baptism?

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The Bible emphasizes baptism as an ordinance generally necessary to salvation for those who can receive it.

Baptism is an ordinance appointed by Christ and is generally necessary to salvation where it can be had. Jesus states that 'he that believes and is baptized shall be saved.' However, the efficacy of baptism is not in the water itself but in the act of public confession of Christ that it represents. Without saving faith in Christ, even baptism cannot benefit the individual, underscoring that true faith is critical for salvation.
Scripture References: Mark 16:16

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Mark 16:15-20
J.C. Ryle · May 6, 2016
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