[cincinnati65]

This is such an easy question to answer (as to whether or not baptism is required for salvation).

Who baptized the thief on the cross next to Jesus? Luke 23:43 "Jesus answered him, "Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise."

[longfellowsmuse]

If the sacrament of Baptism was unnecessary then what was the purpose of Christ’s Baptism by John?

[StormPrepper]

You’re assuming the thief wasn’t already baptized.