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.

18. When asked by the rich young man the conditions of eternal life, to what did Jesus direct his attention?
What did those do who were baptized of John?
How are those described who accept this message?
What relation does a justified person sustain to the law?
What did He say should be done with every plant not planted by God?
What did the prophet see coming up at this time?
What is the burden of the threefold message of Rev. 14: 6-10?

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