[Kolokotronis]

"However, the gulf between us in faith will probably never be bridged. I don't and won't believe in a works earned salvation."

But, WF, +Anthony is quite clear that he is rejecting a works based salvation, as do all the Fathers:

"To this it must be answered that God neither rejoices nor grows angry, for to rejoice and to be offended are passions; nor is He won over by the gifts of those who honor Him, for that would mean He is swayed by pleasure. It is not right that the Divinity feel pleasure or displeasure from human conditions."

Works don't get you into heaven. The Fathers are real clear on that. A similitude to Christ is the key.

[kawaii]

Works don't get you into heaven. The Fathers are real clear on that. A similitude to Christ is the key.

That said scripture AND the Church Fathers are clear that if one has faith, one evidences that faith in works. 'Faith without works is dead'.

[wmfights]

I have to run, but "I'll be back". ;-)