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#12269 Fourth of July Mysteries, Mortal Sin After Baptism, and Genesis vs. Ancient Myths - Jimmy Akin

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What’s really in a hot dog? Why does the letter “s” look like “f” in the Declaration of Independence? Are bald eagles actually bald? On this unique Fourth of July edition of Catholic Answers Live, we dive into five fun mysteries of Independence Day. Plus, callers ask deep theological questions: Did Christ always have a human nature? Can Genesis reflect ancient myths while remaining divinely inspired? Did the apostles expect the Second Coming in their lifetimes? Is it possible that angels are saints from a previous universe? And what happens to grace when a baptized person commits mortal sin?

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Questions Covered:

  • 03:30 – Top 5 Mysteries of the 4th of July
  • 14:25 – Why do some oppose the Traditional Latin Mass?
  • 15:43 – Did Christ always possess a human nature, or did God gain a human nature at the moment of the Incarnation? What is the best language to describe this mystery?
  • 18:28 – Could Genesis incorporate contemporary myths like the Mesopotamian flood stories to explain God’s actions, such as the Flood, using familiar cultural narratives?
  • 31:47 – Why did the Church transition from severe fasting to weekly abstinence and now allows other penances in the US? Is this spiritual progression good or bad?
  • 42:08 – Did the apostles believe the Parousia (Second Coming) was imminent during their lifetimes?
  • 48:32 – Is it conceivable that angels are saints from a previous iteration of the universe?
  • 52:22 – Does a baptized person who commits a mortal sin lose all grace until Confession, despite the indelible mark of baptism?
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