Our Savior knew that if people truly had abiding faith in Him they would follow Him. They would love Him and obey all His teachings.
"He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also." (John 14: 13).
"If a man love me, he will keep my words." (John 14: 23).
REPENTANCE NECESSARY.
Another commandment taught by Christ was that of repentance. True repentance is sorrow for sins and a turning away from them. The first words recorded of the Savior's preaching were:
"Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." (Matthew 4: 17).
Deep humility always accompanies true faith and repentance. Without it men cannot be saved.
"Whosoever shall not receive the Kingdom of God as a little child shall in no wise enter therein." (Luke 18: 17).
In the days of Christ's ministry, those who believed on Him and sincerely repented of their sins were then ready to receive the next ordinance of the Gospel. They were humble and willing to obey.
BAPTISM.
Christ was baptized Himself. He told John it was necessary for Him "to fulfill all righteousness." He taught that it was necessary for all men to be baptized.