This is a symbol of baptism, which now saves you-- not the putting away of the filth of the flesh, but the answer of a good conscience toward God, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ,
Baptism has both a meaning and a design. It must be received in that meaning and for that design, else it is another baptism and not the one commanded by the Holy Spirit and practiced by the apostles. Remission of sins follows baptism and is, therefore, to be expected by the baptized.