I trust that Jesus’ sacrifice was fully sufficient for one’s salvation. Period. I have confidence in it. We can’t ‘add to’ what Jesus already did by observing a sacrament or by doing good works.
Originally Posted by Tyrone
Your assertion doesn't stand up to even the most minimal scrutiny.
Sure it does. But it doesn’t jive with the Catholic doctrine that claims one is justified by faith ‘and’ works. The Reformers didn’t think so, nor do I. Catholic doctrine claims that ‘works’ are ‘necessary’ for salvation. The Reformers didn’t think so, nor do I.
My study of the Catholic faith states that the Catholic Church has never taught such a doctrine and, in fact, has constantly condemned the notion that men can earn or merit salvation. Catholic soteriology (salvation theology) is rooted in apostolic Tradition and Scripture and says that it is only by God’s grace—completely unmerited by works—that one is saved.
