[dangus]

>>call it an outward manifestation of a real inner repentance. <<

That's exactly what it is. And if it isn't outwardly manifested, odds are, it didn't happen. Think of a burning log: Combustion causes heat and light, so if the log is cold and dark, I'm gonna guess the log isn't burning. You need to experience the (outward) sacrament of baptism, otherwise you cannot say you have been baptised.

[FactQuest]

That's exactly what it is. And if it isn't outwardly manifested, odds are, it didn't happen.

I agree.

Think of a burning log: Combustion causes heat and light, so if the log is cold and dark, I'm gonna guess the log isn't burning.

Again, I agree, but add, just because the log is sitting in a fire that is putting off heat and light, doesn't necessarily mean it is on fire. It is easy for someone to go through the motions of an act, without the necessary inner change.

You need to experience the (outward) sacrament of baptism, otherwise you cannot say you have been baptised.

Again, I agree.