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June 13 #12760 Weird Questions - Jimmy Akin
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June 12 #12759 Weird Questions - Jimmy Akin
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June 12#12758 Why Do Different Some Priests Teach Differently? Eucharist, Sin - Tim Staples
“Why do some priests teach differently?” This question opens a discussion on the diversity of teachings within the Church, addressing concerns about consistency in doctrine. Other topics include the Church’s stance on charging for weddings and the significance of the Eucharist as a propitiatory sacrifice, along with the standards Catholics are held to regarding mortal sin.
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Questions Covered:
03:19 – I don’t understand why different priests have different teachings — if it’s one Church shouldn’t there be one teaching? Also I don’t understand why the Church charges for weddings — shouldn’t it be free?
17:32 – How do we know that the Early Church Fathers’ writings are correct?
24:25 – How is the Eucharist truly propitiatory as stated in CCC 1367?
48:15 – Why are Catholics held to a different standard? For example, for us it is a mortal sin if we miss Mass on a holy day.
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June 11#12757 Which Church Did Jesus Start? Catholic vs. Orthodox Beliefs - Bryan Mercier
“Which Church Did Jesus Start?” This question opens a discussion on the distinctions between Catholic and Orthodox beliefs, including what defines the Catholic Church as the one established by Christ. Additional topics include addressing the term “Roman” Catholic Church, the nature of the Eucharist, and the reasons behind the Orthodox separation from Catholicism.
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Questions Covered:
02:00 – Which Church Did Jesus Start
17:09 – What makes the Catholic Church the one that Jesus started and not the Syrians, the Orthodox, or the Coptics?
22:26 – How do you go about correcting Protestants who use the term “Roman” Catholic Church in a pejorative sense?
36:40 – When the bread and wine is turned in to Jesus’ body and blood, why does it still taste like bread and wine?
42:56 – Why is there no list of infallible Church teachings?
46:50 – Why did the Orthodox pull away from the Catholic Church?
51:30 – I have some SDA friends who believe in the long sleep instead of heaven or purgatory. What is the best refutation of the long sleep?
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June 11#12756 Can I Become Catholic Without Believing All Dogmas? - Joe Heschmeyer
“Can I become Catholic without believing all dogmas?” This question opens a discussion on the complexities of faith and belief, addressing concerns about papal infallibility and the necessity of dogmas for conversion. Other topics include the Catholic view of predestination and the Church’s role in compiling the Bible, as well as challenges posed by Protestant interpretations of scripture.
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Questions Covered:
06:00 – I’m in the episcopal church and am curious about Catholicism. I have some reservations about papal infallibility. I’m wondering if I’d be able to become Catholic without holding to some dogmas.
17:30 – What is the Catholic view of predestination? Also, I know the Catholic Church put together the bible, but how did it do it?
30:00 – Protestants use 1 Cor 13:8 to say the age of miracles is over and it ended with the death of the last apostle. Some Protestant also say that this was the end of apostolic authority, specifically when it comes to forgiveness of sins via a priest. What are your thoughts on these?
40:25 – I’m not Catholic because the organization of Catholicism is openly homophobic and an official hate group. Also because of its crimes against humanity.
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June 10#12755 Why Do You Reject the Papacy? Mary, Eucharist, and Authority - Joe Heschmeyer
“Why do you reject the papacy?” This question opens a discussion on authority within the Church, touching on the necessity of a papal figure and the implications of such leadership. Other topics include the role of Mary and the Eucharist, as well as concerns about the treatment of statues and experiences with controlling religious groups.
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Questions Covered:
04:00 – Pope Leo on Nations
07:15 – The original precepts of Catholicism are fine by me, but I don’t agree with the “fine print.” For example, I agree with the idea of a need for authority and headship, but I don’t see the need for a papacy and all the things that go along with that.
20:57 – I don’t agree with the idea of Mary being protected from being able to commit sin. I also feel like the filioque rejects the Trinity. Also my problem with the Eucharist is how could it be him if he instituted it when he was still alive?
29:05 – I feel like Catholic treatment of statues is kind of like worshipping the golden calf.
40:19 – It doesn’t seem right for people to be bound by a particular opinion of the pope. That prevents people from thinking and coming up with an answer that makes sense.
47:32 – I got involved with this group and felt like I was being fed spiritually. They claimed to be baptist. But it got more and more controlling. Once they told me I am no longer myself and I was someone else. Once they laid me down and there was some kind of thing sucking out of my mouth and a electric feeling on my forehead. It got more controlling. They told me where to work. Have you ever heard of this? Is it a cult?
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June 10#12754 What Church Did Jesus Found? Original Sin and the Eucharist - Stephen Boyce
“What Church did Jesus found?” This question opens a discussion on the foundational beliefs of Christianity, touching on the Church’s teachings about Original Sin and the differing perspectives held by Jews and Muslims. Additionally, the conversation addresses the Orthodox view of apostolic succession and the implications of Jesus’ return for the Earth.
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Questions Covered:
02:09 – What Church did Jesus found?
12:14 – What does the Church teach about Original Sin, and why Jews and Muslims view it differently?
19:42 – The Orthodox believe that any validly consecrated bishop is the successor of Peter. And that Peter was called rock because he was the first to recognize the divinity of Christ. And Peter consecrated other bishops, so he cannot be the only foundation stone.
29:14 – What will happen to the Earth when Jesus returns?
32:07 – Is loving your neighbor and loving God more important than sacrifice. Because Jesus said we live by every word that comes from God, and he said love God and love your neighbor. So is that more important than the Eucharist?
35:20 – In the early Church is there more evidence for divine simplicity over the essence/energy distinction of the Eastern Orthodox?
41:35 – Who were the Apostolic Fathers? How many were there?
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June 09#12753 How Did You Become a Prophet? Bible, Salvation, Marriage - Tom Nash
“How did you become a prophet?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of prophecy in the Bible, alongside topics such as the differences in prayer practices between Catholics and Protestants, and the historical context of the deuterocanon in the Protestant Bible. Other questions touch on the biblical understanding of marriage and the nuances of salvation from different theological perspectives.
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Questions Covered:
02:35 – How did you become an Old Testament Prophet?
08:35 – Can Catholics and Protestants pray together, and where do we see this in scripture?
15:40 – Who took the deuterocanon out of the Protestant Bible and when did they do it?
20:38 – I predicted something that happened. Does that mean I’m a prophet?
24:35 – I think it’s Judith that says Nebuchadnezzar is king of Syria, but the rest of the bible says he’s king of something else. So how can Judith be scripture if it contradicts the rest?
32:54 – I’ve heard that Protestants have more of a courtroom view of salvation, and for Catholics it’s more about Jesus reversing what Adam did. Is that accurate?
38:50 – What does the bible say about marriage?
42:18 – Jesus said we’d be accountable for our mistakes, and he also said he came for sinners. It seems like these contradict each other. Can you explain?
52:45 – Jesus says to be saved follow the 2 greatest commandments. But elsewhere he says you have to receive the Eucharist. So is it both?
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June 09#12752 How Does Islam and Christianity Differ on Jesus? Salvation and God - William Albrecht
“How Does Islam and Christianity Differ on Jesus?” This question opens a discussion on the distinct perspectives each faith holds about Christ. Additionally, the conversation touches on whether God could have forgiven humanity without the cross, the concept of Messianic Muslims, and the implications of the Koran’s teachings regarding Jesus and messengers.
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Questions Covered:
02:45 – How Does Islam and Christianity Differ on Jesus?
10:45 – If God could have forgiven humanity without the cross, what makes the cross a more fitting means of salvation than simply forgiving sinners?
21:00 – What do you think of the idea that Muhummad had the strength of 30 men?
29:02 – Are there Messianic Muslims — Muslims who believe in Jesus?
35:35 – It is in the Koran that Jesus said he was going to send a messenger.
41:35 – Does Islam teach that Christians must be destroyed?
45:15 – Isn’t it disingenuous to dismiss all of Islam culturally? It seems like people try to trash the whole religion when we could build bridges instead.
52:35 – How do you explain the Catechism’s teaching that Muslims and Christians worship the same God, when Islam is so different than Christianity? Also, early church fathers used the quick spread of the faith around the world as an argument for its truth. But Islam spread even more quickly. How would you respond to that?
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June 08#12751 Should Sacrificial Love Be Exhausting? Balancing Family and God - Gregory Popcak
“Should Sacrificial Love Be Exhausting?” Many believe that constant giving and never saying no is the essence of love, but this perspective can lead to burnout. The discussion also touches on balancing obligations to God and family, the moral implications of defending one’s family, and how these principles apply to single individuals.
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Questions Covered:
02:17 – Many Christians think constantly giving, never saying no, and exhausting themselves is a form of sacrificial love. Where does that idea go wrong?
14:57 – How I balance my obligations to God and to my family?
24:18 – Is there ever a time that a Catholic is morally obligated or allowed to defend one’s family by physical means? Or is it ever sinful?
33:24 – Many of your examples are for married people with families. How would the principles here be applied to a single person?
41:00 – I’m 18, and there is a girl I’d like to ask out. How do I deal with the fear of rejection?
45:52 – I think I’m having a trauma response to my family. My family and I are moving onto the same property as my parents. Our family farm is falling apart and I’m worried how it is going to affect relationships.
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