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May 01#12699 If Jesus Was Jewish, Why Are We Christian? Annulments, Yoga - Jimmy Akin
“If Jesus was Jewish, why are we Christian?” This question opens a discussion on the roots of Christianity and its relationship to Judaism. The episode also addresses the necessity of seeking truth in a diverse worldview, the implications of practicing yoga or transcendental meditation for Catholics, and the annulment process for converts.
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Questions Covered:
02:20 – If Jesus was Jewish, why are we Christian?
12:50 – What is a succinct way to argue for the necessity of finding the truest thing? I see some non-Catholic friends happy that I’ve found a cohesive worldview, but they don’t see any reason why they should investigate such a thing.
20:30 – Is it objective grave matter for Catholics to practice yoga or transcendental meditation?
33:30 – Why do converts seeking annulments from marriages before their conversion have to go through that process? It seems like a barrier to evangelization — “Hey, you should be Catholic. But you might never be able to receive communion if you aren’t granted an annulment from a marriage you had before you were even Catholic.”
44:55 – Do you think the story about the woman with seven husbands that the Sadducees questioned Jesus about is the story of Tobit?
50:12 – I am theologically not committed. I see that Christianity seems evidence based, but I don’t feel drawn to it. Any thoughts?
56 min
May 01#12698 What Would It Take for Catholics and Orthodox to Reunite? Marriage Validity and Confession - Tim Staples
“What would it take for Catholics and Orthodox to reunite?” This question opens a discussion on the complexities of Christian unity, while also addressing varied topics such as the validity of a non-Catholic marriage without civil ceremony, the necessity of confession after salvation, and the differences in gospel accounts of the women at the tomb.
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Questions Covered:
01:35 – What would it take for the Catholics and Orthodox to reunite?
14:48 – Is my mom’s marriage valid? She and he are non-Catholic but baptized. She didn’t get civilly married, but it was a public ceremony with witnesses. Both were married before, but those previous spouses have died.
18:30 – I was told that once you are saved there is no need for confession. How does a Catholic respond to that?
29:29 – I heard a Protestant say we have the same spirit that raised Lazarus from the dead. Is that true?
35:00 – Why do the four gospels list different women at the tomb?
40:16 – My wife and I are converts. We were non-Catholics when we married. It was a non-Church ceremony at an embassy. There were not vows. But it was a legal marriage. Are we married in the Church? Do we need to have it convalidated?
47:27 – Does the Church infallibly teach that Mary had no actual sin?
51:05 – Could you comment on how the prodigal son narrative relates to the act of confession? Is this parable an example of confession?
56 min
April 30#12697 Did Mary and Joseph Doubt Jesus? Prayer, Divorce, and Faith - William Albrecht
“Did Mary and Joseph doubt Jesus?” This question leads to a discussion about their understanding of His identity, especially during the incident at the temple. Other topics include the appropriateness of repeating prayers for healing, navigating faith in the context of divorce, and clarifying the status of the Ethiopian Bible.
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Questions Covered:
02:10 – Did Mary and Joseph not trust or know who Jesus was by the time they lost him at the temple?
14:15 – Is it wrong to repeat prayers? For example, to ask many times for a sick friend to be healed?
28:40 – I’m a godparent to a child in a family where the husband and wife are divorcing.
36:50 – What is the status of the Ethiopian Bible? Is it considered inspired?
44:30 – I was born and raised Catholic and am starting to get back into it. My wife was raised non-Catholic and just converted. In OCIA we got a lot of answers that contradicted Church teaching. Different people are giving different answers that contradict. How do I know what is right?
56 min
April 30#12696 Who Was the First Catholic? Animals, Souls, and St. Paul - Joe Heschmeyer
“Who was the first Catholic?” This question opens a discussion that also touches on the nature of souls in animals, St. Paul’s views on the second coming, and the meaning behind Jesus’ words about His yoke. The conversation further explores the differences between the King James Version and other biblical texts, as well as Catholic beliefs regarding the Eucharist.
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Questions Covered:
03:55 – Who was the first Catholic?
07:16 – How do you explain to people that animals don’t have souls?
16:32 – I think St. Paul argued that many generations will pass before the second coming. What are your thoughts on that?
24:42 – What does it mean when Jesus says my yoke and burden are light?
31:45 – What do we know about the KJV? How does it compare to the Ethiopian bible and the original bible?
41:33 – Do we as Catholics believe that we’re eating the resurrected body of Christ or are we eating the crucified body of Christ?
47:40 – How hard is it to leave Mormonism?
53:15 – Do Mormons have a concept of a god as a first principle?
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April 29#12695 Do Catholics and Mormons Worship the Same God? Doctrine, Faith - Joe Heschmeyer
“Do Catholics and Mormons worship the same God?” This question opens a discussion on the fundamental differences in how each faith views God. Additional topics include the reasons behind God’s silence for two millennia, the challenges faced by former satanists in addressing Mormon beliefs, and the complexities of LDS doctrines and their changes over time.
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Questions Covered:
03:15 – What’s the difference in how Catholics and Mormons view God?
12:51 – My father is not baptized but is open to dialogue. His best friend is Mormon so he is always listening to these perspectives. He asked, Why hasn’t God spoken to his people directly for two-thousand years?
18:17 – I’m a former satanist and a new Catholic. How do I help persuade people from not going down the path of Mormonism?
30:17 – According to the LDS who arranges who gets what planet? How do they justify changing doctrines?
37:06 – I’ve heard that Joseph Smith had performed miracles. Is there any evidence of this?
48:21 – I was born and raised Catholic. I was Mormon for 45 years and am now attending a Catholic church. How can you know that the early church had it right?
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April 29#12694 What Can Angels Do for Us? Guardian Angels and Grace - Fr. Mike Driscoll
“What can angels do for us?” This question opens a discussion on the role of angels in our daily lives, including how they might help us feel more connected to our guardian angels. Other topics include the nature of angelic communication with the deceased, the reasons behind God’s creation of angels, and the intriguing portrayal of angels in art versus scripture.
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Questions Covered:
02:10 – What Can Angels Do in our Daily Lives?
12:55 – My grandparents died in 2006. Can my grandparents communicate with me through angels? SENDS Secrets from heaven.
17:59 – How can you feel more connected to your guardian angel?
22:05 – Do we know why God created angels?
29:39 – Do angels give grace, or help in distributing graces?
33:32 – Can you comment on why angels are portrayed in art as little babies with wings, but in the Bible they seem like they would actually be frightening?
36:14 – Can you comment on the angels’ reaction in the book of Job?
44:35 – When we say the prayer to our guardian angel, ever this day be “at my side,” what does that really mean since angels are in heaven?
48:20 – How do our guardian angels protect us? The way the Bible describes them it seems like they would be too big.
50:04 – What do I call my guardian angel?
51:52 – Aquinas says angels don’t know your thoughts. If that is true then how do guardian angels know what you are thinking?
56 min
April 28#12693 Can We Have Assurance of Salvation? Apologetics and Evangelism - John Martignoni
“Can we have absolute assurance of salvation?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of faith and security in salvation. Other topics include responding to Southern Baptist views on the parable of Lazarus, the concerns of a Protestant considering OCIA, and strategies for evangelizing Muslims.
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Questions Covered:
02:50 – Can We Have Absolute Assurance of Salvation?
12:38 – How do you respond to a Southern Baptist that denies the story of the Lazarus and rich man establishes the immediate judgement?
20:13 – I’m protestant and considering OCIA but I hesitate on the rules that change in Catholics. How do we know rules won’t change in the future like attending Sunday mass, women veiling, etc.?
32:37 – Is it correct to say the Sadducees and Pharisees had a similar relationship as Catholics and Protestants. Is this true?
43:16 – How do we effectively evangelize Muslims especially when they come across as arrogant and even resort to using foul language?
50:30 – How do I better explain apologetics to a crowd that is not religious at work?
56 min
April 28#12692 How Is the Mass a Sacrifice? Intinction and Etiquette - Tom Nash
“How is the Mass a sacrifice if nothing seems to be sacrificed?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of the Mass, alongside inquiries about the practice of intinction in the U.S. and the reasons behind the removal of kneelers in some churches. Additional topics include the relationship between the Mass and Hebrews 10:14, and proper etiquette before Mass.
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Questions Covered:
01:40 – How is the Mass a Sacrifice if nothing seems to be sacrificed?
12:37 – How common is intinction practiced in the US?
15:11 – I’m not Catholic. Why did the Church take out kneelers?
23:26 – How does the Mass not contradict Hebrews 10:14?
33:03 – Is it licit to say, “my Lord and God” during the consecration?
41:19 – Is there proper etiquette for silence prior to mass?
44:58 – I am a protestant and I would like to understand the order of the mass. Could you help me make it understandable?
50:25 – When did priests start wearing vestments?
52:03 – Why do the priests stay away from telling people what they need to do at home during the homily?
56 min
April 27#12691 How Do You Reach Young People Online and Teach Faith?
“How do you reach young people online and teach faith?” This question opens a discussion on effective strategies for engaging youth in their faith journey. Additional topics include addressing concerns about pre-marital sex with college students and the challenges faced by religious educators in reaching teens. The conversation also touches on teaching methods for confirmation classes and engaging late teens exploring Catholicism.
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Questions Covered:
02:22 – How do you reach young people online to help them encounter Christ offline?
07:56 – How do I explain to my niece who is in college who only sees the problem with pre-marital sex the potential of getting pregnant even though she was raised Catholic?
15:21 – I’m a religious educator for teens and I feel like I don’t have enough resources to reach them. What are your thoughts?
29:11 – I’m a catechist. Is it unrealistic to only teach in a classroom setting for 11–17-year-olds?
39:53 – I’m a confirmation teacher. How do I get them to talk?
47:48 – I’m a catechist and am getting a lot of late teens and early 20’s who want to explore Catholicism but have no background in faith. Where do you recommend I begin with them?
56 min
April 25#12690 Aborted Babies Are Not Doomed to Hell – Scripture and Authority - Jimmy Akin
“Are aborted babies doomed to hell?” This question leads to a discussion on the Church’s teachings regarding the fate of aborted infants. Additionally, the conversation touches on whether the magisterium can override scripture and how to engage with a Protestant partner about differing interpretations of faith.
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Questions Covered:
04:38 – Does the Church teach that aborted babies are doomed to hell?
19:02 – Can the magisterium override scripture?
30:55 – What are your thoughts on when conversing with a protestant who adheres to sola scriptura about pointing out how they should accept one’s interpretation of scripture since they don’t accept any other authority?
42:13 – I’m protestant dating a Catholic. I found out that her understanding of Catholicism is lacking. How do I talk to her and correct her without sounding condescending?
50:00 – If we were meant for the afterlife, how come we all fight death?
56 min