Thanks for all of the insight. Sorry to start such a heated and diverse thread. We all have beliefs that are core to our faith. Phillipians 2:12-13 says to"...work out your own salvation with fear and trembling." But when asked or given the opportunity to share the Good News I will still preach Christ and Him crucified which will include that baptism is essential for salvation.
For everyone who tried to help and stayed on the topic thanks again, gotta go now.
Thank you for your contribution to Free Republic. I pray the Lord guides you into "all Truth".
Lea