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NASB | 1 Peter 3:21 Corresponding to that, baptism now saves you--not the removal of dirt from the flesh, but an appeal to God for a good conscience--through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Peter 3:21 Corresponding to that [rescue through the flood], baptism [which is an expression of a believer's new life in Christ] now saves you, not by removing dirt from the body, but by an appeal to God for a good (clear) conscience, [demonstrating what you believe to be yours] through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, |
Subject: Answering Baptismal Regenerationalist |
Bible Note: Faith alone saves (Rom. 3:28) ... read the context (vv 21-31) ... It is it by His grace (Act 15:11, Eph 2:5 ) thru faith that I am saved (Eph 2:8-9) ... and I do need hear, believe (Act 16:31) and call (Act 2:21) on Him (Rom 10:15-13) ... repent (Act 2:38) ... by His mercy that I am saved (Tit 3:5). There are many aspects - but faith is key. |