Act 2:38 | MHM | STEP | v. 38 : Peter answered, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit” (Acts 2:38 ). He told them to turn away from their sins and change their hearts and lives. Being baptized in Jesus’ name would show their faith and that they belonged to him. God would forgive their sins, and they would receive the Holy Spirit, just as the apostles had.

‏ Acts 2:38

v. 38: Peter answered, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit” (Acts 2:38 ^a). He told them to turn away from their sins and change their hearts and lives. Being baptized in Jesus’ name would show their faith and that they belonged to him. God would forgive their sins, and they would receive the Holy Spirit, just as the apostles had.