Others say it's a symbol of your salvation. God's word is very clear. This was one of the last instructions Jesus gave to his disciples. Redemption is found only in Christ. But in order to receive that forgiveness, we must be baptized, that is the clear teaching of the Scriptures.
Baptism is for the forgiveness of sins.
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