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1 Peter 3:21 – Is Baptism A Public Declaration?
If baptism is just a public demonstration of faith, just an outward sign of an inward grace, then why was the Ethiopian eunuch baptized in a deserted area with no other believers than Philip? Why not go back to Jerusalem to be public before 5000 plus disciples? Why was the Philippian jailer baptized in the same hour of the night instead of waiting for morning or whenever it was convenient for others, so it could be more public? Baptism is not about my public declaration to others; it is an appeal, or answer, or pledge between me and God (1 Pet.3:21).
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