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Question:
Does baptism cause an ontological change in the baptized? If so, what is that change?
Answer:
An ontological change means a change of the very essence of a being. Since baptism permanently configures us to Christ, yes, it brings an ontological change. This is why the Church insists there can be only one baptism: once the ontological change takes place it cannot be repeated.
The Catechism of the Catholic Church:
1265 Baptism not only purifies from all sins but also makes the neophyte “a new creature,” an adopted son of God, who has become a “partaker of the divine nature,” member of Christ and co-heir with him, and a temple of the Holy Spirit.
https://www.catholic.com/qa/baptism-changes-our-very-essence
No, baptism does not cause an ontological change. Being born again (born of the spirit) can cause an ontological change.
Baptism is an outward act of faith in Jesus.
Its Jesus who cleanses & forgives us by paying the price on the cross.
Its all quite clear in the bible.
