Baptism is an outward expression, of what has transpired on the inside of a follower of Jesus. Going under the water symbolizes death to self and represents Jesus' death. Coming up out of the water symbolizes being raised to life, and represents Jesus' resurrection from the dead. Water baptism does not save anyone from sin, only Jesus' blood sacrifice does that. Baptism is about obedience, and identification with Jesus. Are you following Jesus?
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