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.

How necessary is faith?
Before His birth, what did the angel say to Joseph concerning the naming of the child?
What admonition is therefore given?
When did this long period expire?
Who made the Sabbath day holy?
As He was about to leave the temple, what did He say?
Why did Christ, in the parable, reprove the man who hid his talent?

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