“You seemed to put yourself on an even keel with Pope Francis with the words, “No sale, Francis.””
All Christians are actually on a superior level than Pope Francis. He’s still stuck on preaching a Gospel wherein man is told about what he must do for God, and where man venerates dead saints and Mary for their salvation instead of to God who gives the Holy Spirit freely to all those who ask; it is nothing more than idolatry and dead tradition . The real Gospel is about what God has done for us, by whose grace and works we produce fruit for His Holy purpose.
All Christians are Kings and Priests in the sight of God, who can march boldly into the Holy of Holies and petition God face to face. Not because we are holy, but because we have the imputed righteousness of the perfect Christ.
It's fascinating watching those who claim that their pocket version of Christianity (varying as the days wax and wane) is superior to those to whom Christ entrusted His Church. The Church was begun by Christ. Where was your church begun? After a long and significant look in the mirror?
If you would, examine the Nicene Creed and the Apostle's Creed. If you get brave, examine the Athenasian Creed, which is the most definitive of all Christian creeds. Note the term 'communion of saints' and then think on your statement. Also think on your statement regarding the Gospel.
Well stated.