Paul teaches us that before we bet baptized, we need to repent and stop committing sin.
The ordinance of baptism is very simple but it symbolizes death, burial, and resurrection. It can only be done through immersion because it is through that symbolism that we show our commitment to becoming spiritual reborn. See Baptism, Bible Dictionary
We feel a newness of life by remembering our special day of baptism. It is our first covenant with our Heavenly Father that we will always remember him and keep his commandments. He in return promises that he will always have his spirit to be with us.
Mosiah in the Book of Mormon teaches us that when we are baptized, we are giving away our natural man and through the atonement of Jesus Christ we can become as a child - humble, submissive, meek, patient, and full of love.
Who do we serve?
Paul teaches us that we show who we serve by our actions. Obedience to God's commandments actually give us more freedoms. It may seem more restricting at first, but now looking back on my life, I know that all of my biggest joys are directly related to my choices to keep the commandments.
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