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Why is God's righteousness illustrated in baptism?

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Baptism illustrates God's righteousness by showing the punishment of sin and God's power to raise from the dead.

In baptism, we see the dual aspects of God's righteousness illustrated. Firstly, it represents the judgment against sin, acknowledging that sin must be punished as a reflection of God's holy character. This is echoed in the act of immersion, depicting death to the old self, as John the Baptist's call revealed the sinful state of humanity. Secondly, baptism illustrates God's power to raise sinners to new life, demonstrating that through faith in Christ, we are participants in His resurrection. Being raised from the waters symbolizes the transformative work of grace in the believer's life, affirming the hope we possess through Christ's victory over death.
Scripture References: Matthew 3, Ephesians 1:18-23.

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