March 17, 2026

#12632 How to Respond to Jesus as “Just a Wise Teacher” - Tom Nash

55 minutes

“How do we respond to the claim Jesus was just a wise teacher?” This question opens a discussion on the true nature of Christ, while also addressing concerns from new converts about finding a parish in communion with Rome, the historical use of priestly vestments, and the implications of Jesus’ words in John 20:17 regarding the hypostatic union.

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Questions Covered:

01:45 – How do we respond to the Claim Jesus was Just a Wise Teacher?

10:56 – I’m new to the faith, getting baptized soon, and I’m going back into the Army. I’ve seen a lot of heretical things in parishes. As I move to a new station, how do I navigate making sure I’m in a parish and diocese that is in communion with Rome?

18:56 – When did Catholic priests start using vestments?

22:07 – I am dogsitting for a family member who is out of town, and they have tarot cards in the house. What should I do with them?

30:49 – In John 20:17 Jesus calls God “my God and your God.” Is Jesus worshipping the Father because of the hypostatic union? Would that have also been the case before the Incarnation? Does the Holy Spirit worship the Father?

36:49 – If Jesus would be born today, would he still have died for our sins, considering how bad things are?

43:58 – When Moses wrote the creation story, what were his sources — where did he get it from?

48:40 – I am in OCIA. I am feeling spiritual attacks and temptation to backslide. Are these attacks to be expected as I enter the final weeks before entering the Church?

50:57 – What are good books to read or something to listen to learn about the faith? I watch you guys and Joe Heschmeyer. I want to dive into some more source material, like the stuff you guys draw from.

53:20 – Why is Joseph not mentioned much in the Bible?

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