The difference between the RCC and the protestant churces when it comes to removal of sins (crucified, woman)

[Horn of ‘83]

Originally Posted by Julian658

It takes only an instant. There is very little work or effort involved.

It appears you are thinking of sanctification. That is a life-long process, and separate from salvation.

[Horn of ‘83]

Originally Posted by Hans12

Is salvation both for baptized ones and for non-baptized ones? Does it count both for catholics and protestants, and who do you confess to ?

Baptism is a public expression of salvation. It is only intended for those who have experienced salvation. Confession is made to God, through Christ.

[Hans12]

Is it official doctrine of the RCC or the protestants, or of whom that Baptism is a public expression of salvation?

[Julian658]

Originally Posted by Hans12

Is salvation both for baptized ones and for non-baptized ones? Does it count both for catholics and protestants, and who do you confess to ?

According to Protestants:

Simply accept Jesus as your savior. This only takes one millisecond. Once you do this you are saved for life.


The Catholic Church wants you to accept Jesus, but you must remain a good Christian for the rest of your life.

One millisecond versus a lifetime: The choice is yours!

[janelle144]

Originally Posted by Julian658

You are joking or you are a transplant form medieval times.

Masturbate all you want and then take communion, no big deal!

Julian, you do need to go to Catholic Answers and research this.

[nateswift]

Originally Posted by janelle144

Why would he, unless you are ordained a priest you don't have the power to absolve others of sin. Actually, the priest doesn't do it, Christ does it through the priest. We don't confess our sins to a man we confess to Christ. Christ needed those who He left behind to do His work.

So, basically "confess your sins to one another" is meaningless drivel? ....I don't think so.

[janelle144]

Originally Posted by nateswift

So, basically "confess your sins to one another" is meaningless drivel? ....I don't think so.

Well, you don't need to tell your neighbor all your sins if they don't involve him, you do need to take your sins to God though and ask for forgiveness, be absolved and make a true act of contrition. Watching porn isn't any business of your neighbors.

If you have hurt your neighbor though you need to ask for forgiveness and in some cases make restitution. Telling God you are sorry for hurting your neighbor and then continuing to hurt your neighbor isn't being sorry.

[janelle144]

Originally Posted by Hans12

Is it official doctrine of the RCC or the protestants, or of whom that Baptism is a public expression of salvation?

Hans, you do have a lot of questions. I would take them here Catholic Answers and then to the forum or do a search of certain questions. You can find many articles and answers to questions you would have. EWTN Global Catholic Television Network: Catholic TV, Catholic Radio, and Catholic News is also a good place to take questions, do a search there as well.

[Horn of ‘83]

Originally Posted by Hans12

Is it official doctrine of the RCC or the protestants, or of whom that Baptism is a public expression of salvation?

I can't speak for Catholics. I'm Southern Baptist.

[Hans12]

Ok.