You STILL have shown no biblical support for your view.... surprise, surprise. You quote from the Book of Common Prayer, other secondary sources and tradition. Exodus 20:12 has no bearing upon the issue whatsoever.


2 Timothy 2:15 (ASV) "Give diligence to present thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, handling aright the word of truth."



Lastly, as to the little quick analogy I offered with one who "agrees" to buy an automobile, it surely fits. An agreement to buy the car does not bind one to do so nor does it bind the salesman to hold the car. It is more of a courtesy. Until one actually signs the PURCHASE AGREEMENT, there is no legal contract. And when that contract is signed, then you DO in fact own the car.

In His grace,

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