Why is it wrong to elevate baptism above the Gospel?

Baptism, while an important ordinance, is often misrepresented as a requirement for salvation, leading to the false doctrine of baptismal regeneration. This view diminishes the grace of God and confuses the role of faith in Christ's atonement. The New Testament presents baptism as a testimony of one's faith rather than a means of salvation. Elevating baptism above the Gospel can create division and barriers within the church, detracting from the unity that the Gospel brings among believers who share faith in Christ alone for salvation.