[vladimir998]

“there was no consensus throughout the 7 churches. Some were praised, some not. But the difference of opinion is what makes a horse race...”

The Church is not a horse race. Apostolic Succession and the same sacraments show that the “7 churches” were ONE Church albeit with some members falling away.

[goat granny]

You misconstrued what I meant by a horse race....the difference of opinion is between you and me. But I do not believe that all 7 churches were one at that time. Difference of opinion between you and I..