In connection with Christian baptism, what is washed away?

Answer

"And now why tarriest thou? Arise, and be baptized, and wash away thy sins, calling on the name of the
Lord." Acts 22: 16. See Titus 3: 5; 1 Peter 3: 21.

What distinct purpose did Christ have in giving Himself for the church?
What is the love of God declared to be?
According to the New Testament, what day immediately precedes the first day of the week?
But when, according to the prophecy, was Elijah to be sent?
What did Paul say regarding our duty to the poor?
Of what material is the wall constructed?
When expiring on the cross, what did Christ say?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle