Recent content by Wesley Briggman

Trump is a mouthpiece for his pundits. He is in over his head and has done much harm to our standing in the world.

So far, there are no documented responses. Why?

What?

I don't intend to watch a 90min movie. Can you articulate the "helpful summary"?

Thanks for your reply. I am interested to learn more details concerning the changes made by the RCC to correct the abuses. Any source or documentation to enlighten me would be appreciated.

What did the "Reformers" reform that needed reforming??

Perhaps they were not baptized with water but by the Holy Spirit. [1Co 12:13 KJV] 13 For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether [we be] Jews or Gentiles, whether [we be] bond or free; and have been all made to drink into one Spirit.

Grace is God's undeserved favor. Example: One cannot work to earn salvation. Salvation results from God's grace. [Rom 11:5-6 NLT] 5 It is the same today, for a few of the people of Israel have remained faithful because of God's grace--his undeserved kindness in choosing them. 6 And since it...

What is the Catholic understanding of baptism? | GotQuestions.org According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church (or CCC), water baptism is the first sacrament and gives access to the other required sacraments. It is also the act that forgives sins, grants spiritual rebirth, and makes one a...

We receive God's blessings by obeying His commands - NOT His grace!

What is the difference between ordinances and sacraments? | GotQuestions.org "A sacrament is often thought of as being a means of God’s grace—as a worshiper performs a certain religious rite, he or she receives divine blessing, either for salvation or for sanctification. An ordinance is usually...

This subject would probably solicit more response if posted in the "Other Discussions" forum. To my knowledge, all who identify as Baptist agree with your position. I'd like to know how the proponents of "sacraments" defend their beliefs.

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"Innocent until proven guilty" is not supported by reality. Many people are incarcerated who have not been proven guilty. If after their trial they are found guilty, their circumstances remain the same - they remain incarcerated! The reality is the incarcerated are "Guilty until prove...

Thanks for your reply. However, none of my questions were addressed. That's ok - I can deal with it.