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 is this change from death to life called?
What was required in order to effect this reconciliation?
Because of this, what is Christ able to do?
And how should husbands regard their wives?
What kind of mind is not subject to the law of God?
Does God willingly afflict the children of men?
What has this firm trust in Jesus led many to do?

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