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There is no disputing the fact that as Christians, we are all part of the Body of Christ. So, the "good fruit" is not disputed. The "deposit of truth" is disputed, as the RCC is the only church that has claimed and can claim it. As for the "speedy doom," we are talking about a Church that traces its roots back 2000 years, and an offshoot going back 500...who knows what is to come? Seriously, though, "lying teachers" is the key--Prots profess the message of Christ as much as Catholics do, so where are the lies?

"There is no disputing the fact that as Christians, we are all part of the Body of Christ."

Actually I believe that would be disputed - pre VatII - and disputed rather loudly. No "salvation outside the Church" and all - that is, before the definition of the "Church" was expanded.

"The "deposit of truth" is disputed, as the RCC is the only church that has claimed and can claim it."

What is the "deposit of truth", and how does it differ in quality from what we have in the NT?

"Seriously, though, "lying teachers" is the key--"

I don't get your point here. Can you clarify?