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August 07#12839 Why Date Johns Gospel Earlier? Melchizedek and Creation - Jimmy Akin
“Why date John’s Gospel earlier than the modern consensus?” This question opens a discussion on the dating of biblical texts, alongside intriguing inquiries about the identity of Melchizedek and the implications of Genesis 1 regarding the Trinity. Other topics include the reality of dinosaurs in relation to the creation story and the reliability of different biblical texts.
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Questions Covered:
03:40 – Why do you date John’s Gospel earlier than the modern consensus?
17:27 – Gen 1 the Spirit is named and the Father is named but Jesus isn’t. Could the face of the waters be a reference to him?
32:07 – Who was Melchizedek and there an actual order based on him?
40:10 – Are dinosaurs real? Scientists say they lived like 70 million years ago. But that doesn’t seem to work with the creation story in Genesis, where the animals were created after Adam and Eve.
44:57 – In your video on the Ark of the Covenant, you said you believed the Ark was destroyed by the Babylonians. How could they have done that given the story of Uzzah, who just touched it and died?
50:00 – A Protestant told me that the Alexandrian texts of the Bible were not reliable because they were so far away geographically from the origin point that they would have been corrupted. I believe his conclusion was that therefore the King James Version is the only reliable version of the Bible. What do you make of this?
56 min
August 07#12838 How Do Catholics Handle the Eucharist and Infallibility? - Karlo Broussard
“How do Catholics handle the Eucharist?” This question leads to a discussion on the accommodations for those with gluten allergies. The conversation also touches on the conditions for papal infallibility, including the implications of Pope Benedict XVI’s resignation, and offers insights on evangelizing those who feel the Church distorts the Gospel.
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Questions Covered:
07:50 – How do Catholics handle the eucharist who has a gluten allergy?
18:00 – When is the pope infallible? When Pope Benedict XVI resigned did he still have infallibility? How does it all work?
24:10 – How can Catholics better evangelize those who think we distort the gospel?
40:00 – How do I become a better Catholic? I just returned to Church about 4 months ago.
56 min
August 06#12837 Are Some Saints Better Than Others? Conversion and Unity - Karlo Broussard
“Are some saints better than others?” This question opens a discussion on the unique virtues of saints, while also addressing the journey of conversion for those considering joining the Catholic faith. Additional topics include the importance of knowledge in conversion and the complexities of reunifying with the Orthodox Church regarding apostolic succession.
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Questions Covered:
07:11 – Are some saints better than others at certain things?
30:47 – My husband and I are looking into converting. Should I wait till I know everything about Catholicism before entering?
43:47 – How would it work if we were to reunify with the Orthodox especially regarding apostolic succession since they do not have it through St. Peter?
56 min
August 06#12836 When Should You Receive Anointing of the Sick? Conversion and Mary - Joe Heschmeyer
“When should you receive the Anointing of the Sick?” This question is addressed alongside practical insights for recent converts grappling with Marian dogmas and a discussion on the implications of 2 John 1:1-2 regarding infallibility and sensus fidelium. The episode covers a range of topics relevant to faith and practice.
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Questions Covered:
07:18 – When is it appropriate to receive the anointing of the sick? Can one get it before surgery?
17:30 – What advice would you give to someone who just converted 4 months ago and is really struggling with the Marian dogmas?
41:40 – 2 John 1:1-2 Is this a good argument for infallibility and sensus fidelium?
56 min
August 05#12835 How Can We Trust Early Christians? Intercession and Unity - Joe Heschmeyer
“How can we trust early Christians?” This question opens a discussion on the reliability of early Christian teachings, alongside inquiries about the Catholic Church’s agreements with the Oriental Orthodox and the practice of seeking intercession from deceased loved ones. These topics highlight the complexities of faith and tradition in Catholicism.
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Questions Covered:
07:14 – How do we know which early Christians to trust?
20:20 – Do you think the Catholic Church’s agreement with the Oriental Orthodox on many doctrines is a good argument against Protestantism?
43:03 – Can you ask deceased family or friends for intercession even though they haven’t been canonized?
56 min
August 05#12834 Should New Converts Evangelize? Signs from God and the Torah - Jimmy Akin
“Should new converts evangelize?” This question opens a discussion on the role of new believers in sharing their faith, addressing whether they can represent their parish right away. Other topics include the antiquity of Miriam’s song in Exodus, the timeline of the Torah’s final form during King David’s reign, and the interpretation of light patterns as signs from God.
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Questions Covered:
03:45 – I’m a new convert. Can new converts evangelize on behalf of a parish or are they required to wait till they’re not as new to the faith?
12:41 – Is Miriam’s song of the sea in Exodus 15:21 more ancient than what Exodus claims?
35:03 – What evidence led you to conclude that the Torah, in its final form, was concluded in the time of the reign of King David?
48:09 – Can you take things like light refracting on a wall that looks like a religious symbol as a sign from God or can it just be dismissed as one’s imagination?
56 min
August 04#12833 Why Did Jesus Tell Mary Not to Touch Him? Baptism and Faith - Jimmy Akin
“Why did Jesus tell Mary not to touch him?” This question opens a discussion on the significance of Jesus’ words to Mary Magdalene, alongside other topics such as the biblical basis for the timing of baptism in relation to faith and advice for someone navigating family dynamics during a conversion.
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Questions Covered:
08:16 – Why did Jesus tell Mary Magdalene to not touch him but told Thomas to touch him?
17:15 – The book of Acts shows that baptism happened immediately after display of faith but the Church makes people wait. Where does this idea of making people wait come from? Is it biblical?
41:00 – What advice would you give to my girlfriend who wants to convert but doesn’t know how to talk to her family who will likely not approve?
56 min
August 04#12832 What’s the Evidence for Mary’s Assumption and Its Importance? - William Albrecht
“What’s the evidence for Mary’s Assumption and its importance?” This question opens a discussion on the early Church’s beliefs about Mary’s Assumption, highlighting its significance in Catholic theology. Additional topics include the necessity of Mary’s Assumption for her role as Queen of Heaven and the intriguing concept of fetal microchimerism related to her life.
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Questions Covered:
02:44 – What’s the Evidence for the Assumption of Mary in the early Church?
13:03 – Why did Mary have to be assumed into heaven in order to be Queen of Heaven? Why is it essential for us to believe it?
17:09 – Regarding the Assumption, can you elaborate more on fetal micro chimerism ( the mother obtaining the child’s DNA throughout her life)?
22:14 – If Mary’s Assumption was a historical event, then why is there no physical evidence for this?
29:20 – My 7-year-old daughter is claiming to see Mary to the point where she says things that are naturally outside of knowledge. We are converts. Is this something that’s common and what should we do?
38:18 – How can I accept Mary as the Queen of Heaven?
46:59 – I’m no longer Catholic and have studied the bible. Where is Mary’s burial cloth? Why is Mary appointed queen of heaven and placed on a pedestal? No where in the bible does it say to pray to Mary.
56 min
August 03#12831 Whats The Difference Between Celibacy And Chastity? - Tom Nash
“What’s the difference between celibacy and chastity?” This question opens a discussion on the distinct yet related concepts of celibacy and chastity, followed by inquiries about the challenges priests face in maintaining celibacy, the implications of priestly blessings, and the reasons behind the current shortage of priests.
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Questions Covered:
01:00 – What’s the difference between celibacy and chastity?
12:38 – I’m Lutheran. Why doesn’t the sacramental priesthood always produce good and holy priests?
21:23 – How do priests deal with celibacy? What do they do to distract themselves?
28:40 – What does it mean when something has been blessed by a priest? What does that do? What changes?
35:01 – Why do you think there is such a shortage of priests?
47:38 – How possible is it for an ordained baptist minister to become a Catholic priest?
56 min
August 01#12830 Can Modern Biblical Criticism Be Accepted? Mary, Enoch, God - Jimmy Akin
“Can modern biblical criticism be accepted?” This question opens a discussion on the complexities of faith and interpretation, addressing concerns about how Catholics reconcile personal beliefs with Church teachings. Other topics include the significance of the Book of Enoch, the concept of Jesus having the odor of sanctity, and guidance for a teenager struggling with belief in God.
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Questions Covered:
03:32 – I sense that you didn’t answer Richard’s questions properly but instead framed it in a way where it was dismissed. I have the same questions, and it seems like dismissing scripture almost makes it seem as though it’s preaching a different gospel.
15:00 – I’m confused about the acceptance of modern biblical criticism. How much do Catholics have to believe personally and externally about the teachings of the Church?
28:50 – My friend who is Missouri Synod and asked me about the Bible of Enoch. I’ve never heard of this. What is it? What can I send her to read?
38:18 – Did Jesus have the odor of sanctity?
44:23 – My 16-year-old nephew is saying he doesn’t believe in God anymore. What advice do you have to help with showing God’s existence?
50:12 – Why was Mary able to marry Joseph but didn’t need to be open to life/ have relations with him for it to be considered valid?
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