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What does the Bible teach about the purpose of baptism?

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Baptism serves as a figure of our salvation and a public testimony of faith in Jesus Christ.

The purpose of baptism, as indicated in Scripture, is twofold: it represents the believer’s identification with the death and resurrection of Christ and acts as a public testimony of faith. In 1 Peter 3:21, baptism is described as an appeal to God for a good conscience through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, establishing its significance in affirming one's commitment to follow Him. It signifies that a believer has been cleansed from sin and is entering into a new life in Christ (Romans 6:4). Each baptism serves to validate the believer's faith publicly and acknowledges their allegiance to the teachings of Christ, reinforcing the belief that baptism is an essential aspect of discipleship and part of the believer's journey in faith.
Scripture References: 1 Peter 3:21, Romans 6:4

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