“In order to receive a remission of sins, it is necessary to
take each step as taught in the doctrine of Christ. Receiving the ordinance of
baptism, therefore, requires that we first develop faith in the Savior and
repent of our sins. Then we enter into the required baptismal covenant to keep
the commandments and qualify for the promised blessing of the Holy Spirit
through the laying on of hands. Likewise, to renew the blessing of the constant
companionship of the Spirit promised in the sacrament prayers, we continue the
ongoing process of developing and exercising faith in Christ, repenting of our
sins, and partaking of the sacrament with a determination to keep the
commandments.”
Elder Wilford W. Anderson, “Receiving and Retaining a Mighty
Change,” Ensign, April 2012, 36-37.
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