True. So do murderers, adulters, alcoholics, me, you,etc… All sins are equal in the eyes of God. If you were to kill someone, then ask for forgiveness, and you do it again, that’s not a reformation. Don’t get me wrong please.. I sin everyday and try my best not to but I am human. I believe when you don’t make a conscious effort to turn away from what you know is sinful, and continue a particular lifestyle, then your faith is based on a false principle.
I see what you're saying in simplicity. However, I think you are both right. Baptism gives you spiritual gifts from the Holy Spirit. The symbolic sprinkling or submersion of water is an outward symbol of a spiritual covenant. One of the gifts of the Spirit is salvation. That never goes away. Faith in Jesus Christ leads one to baptism and that salvation never departs.
I'm out. Lifelong Episcopalian here and I've seen many changes, not for the good. My baptismal covenant never said anything about sex changes being a part of every human being's dignity. Come quickly, Lord Jesus, I pray!
It should be newsworthy. Goldens are the best💕 I have one myself…4yr old Winston