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April 17#12679 Why Did God Call the Hebrews to Slaughter Canaanites? Judgment and Love - Jimmy Akin
“Why did God call the Hebrews to slaughter the Canaanites?” This question opens a discussion on divine judgment and love, addressing complex themes in Scripture. Other topics include God’s love for all people, the Israelites’ understanding of judgment and purgatory, and the significance of wave offerings in Exodus and Leviticus.
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Questions Covered:
01:45 – Why did God call the Hebrews to slaughter the Canaanites?
18:11 – Is there anywhere in the bible that can lead us to believe that God loves all people in hell?
29:21 – Since the Israelites did not have a clear sense of what the afterlife was like, Do they have any written documentation of their understanding of the particular judgement, final judgement and purgatory?
40:51 – In Exodus and Leviticus they talk about doing a wave offering but don’t explain what that is. What is it?
48:16 – How do we show in the OT that the 3 days of Jesus were meant to be figurative not literal 3 days apart from the story of Jonah?
51:24 – Jesus Said I am the way, truth and life. Why do we have to believe that?
56 min
April 17#12678 Do Catholics Treat Mary Like a God? Gospel of John, New Eve - Trent Horn
“Do Catholics treat Mary like a God?” This question opens a discussion on the role of Mary in Catholicism, addressing misconceptions about worship. The conversation also touches on whether Mary guided the writing of the Gospel of John and clarifies how Catholics view her as the New Eve, alongside the significance of Marian apparitions and the practice of praying to her.
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Questions Covered:
06:00 – Do Catholics treat Mary like a God?
10:35 – Was Mary the guide for the writing of the Gospel of John?
14:00 – How do I get across that Catholics don’t worship Mary, and that this is not a threat?
18:47 – Can you explain Mary as the new Eve?
36:19 – Why does William believe there has been so many Marian apparitions and not others?
43:13 – There is not one example in the Bible to pray to Mary, so why do we pray to Mary? Abraham is called the father of faith and not even he has an example of people praying to him.
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April 16#12677 What Convinced Tim to Leave Evangelicalism? Penance, Eucharist - Tim Staples
“What convinced Tim to leave Evangelicalism?” Tim shares his personal journey and the theological insights that shaped his faith transition. The discussion also touches on the significance of penance in Catholic practice and addresses the nature of the Eucharist, including how it retains its breadlike form while being the body and blood of Christ.
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Questions Covered:
01:30 – What Convinced Tim to Leave Evangelicalism?
12:54 – Why do Catholics practice of penance?
28:50 – How can we call the Eucharist the body and blood when it keeps the breadlike form?
32:42 – How do you approach the question, “what is the church” with scripture?
39:28 – How can I respond to Hebrew 4 verse 16, “We can boldly approach the throne of God” as a refute against intercessory prayers?
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April 16#12676 Is Being Unmarried a Call to Priesthood? Rosary, Purgatory - Joe Heschmeyer
“Is being unmarried a call to priesthood?” This question opens a discussion on the relationship between personal vocation and divine calling, while also addressing how to explain the Rosary to Protestants and the nature of purgatory. Other topics include principles for giving to the poor and the implications of Vatican II’s teachings on interfaith worship.
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Questions Covered:
02:27 – I’m 32 and unmarried. Is this a sign I’m called to priesthood? Married life is still preferable, but I believe whether I’m a priest or married is up to God, not me.
08:35 – How do I explain and defend the Rosary to Protestants?
18:50 – Why isn’t purgatory instant? Why does it need to exist in general?
23:35 – Should we give money to people living on the streets? What’s a good general principle for giving to the poor?
37:32 – Can you explain Vatican II’s teaching that we worship the same God as Jews and Muslims? It seems anti-trinitarian to me.
49:15 – How do you balance calling out heresy with being kind to your opponent in debate? When are you more direct vs. more charitable?
53:30 – Responding to an atheist dilemma. Is Jesus’ sacrifice really a “Sacrifice” at all if he knew he was coming back? How do I respond to this?
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April 15#12675 Are Catholics Modern-Day Pharisees? Eucharist and Grace - Joe Heschmeyer
“Are Catholics modern-day Pharisees?” This question opens a discussion on the role of tradition and faith in Catholicism. The conversation also touches on reasonable expectations for children at Mass, responses to LDS beliefs about marriage in heaven, and the significance of the Eucharist in receiving grace.
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Questions Covered:
02:55 – Are Catholics modern-day pharisees?
18:13 – What are reasonable expectations for children at Mass?
23:51 – How to respond to LDS members who believe they are still married in heaven?
29:30 – Do Protestants worship God even though they do not have the Eucharist?
34:45 – How exactly does the Eucharist give us Grace?
47:21 – Can Catholics and Mormons pray together? And how do I explain the intercession of Mary and the Saints?
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April 15#12674 What are the Parameters for Papal Infallibility? Mary and Saints - Karlo Broussard
“What are the Parameters for Papal Infallibility?” This question opens a discussion on the true nature of the Eucharist, while also addressing Mary’s age at the Annunciation, the parameters of Papal Infallibility, and the role of saints in intercession. These topics highlight the rich tapestry of Catholic belief and practice.
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Questions Covered:
04:56 – What if the Eucharist is just a symbol?
14:12 – What age was Mary at the Annunciation?
18:01 – What are the parameters for Papal Infallibility?
29:08 – How do I navigate the relationship with my daughter to teach my granddaughter the Faith?
37:48 – Why would I have a saint or Mary intercede for me when I can go directly to God with my prayers?
47:42 – Why does the church not label Jews, Muslims, and Protestants heretics?
56 min
April 14#12673 Is the Assumption of Mary in Scripture? Eucharist, Priests - Karlo Broussard
“Is the Assumption of Mary in Scripture?” This question leads to a discussion on the biblical basis for Mary’s Assumption, alongside other topics such as the differing beliefs about the Eucharist between Catholics and Protestants, and the role of priests in forgiving sins. The conversation also touches on the implications of being baptized Catholic and raised in a different faith.
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Questions Covered:
20:15 – Is the Assumption of Mary discussed in scripture?
29:13 – If the Eucharist is the body and blood of Christ for Catholics why is it not the same for protestants?
41:04 – I was baptized Catholic as an infant but raised in the Baptist church, am I Catholic?
46:14 – Why do Catholics believe that priests can forgive sins?
51:11 – What is the Dogma of the Assumption?
56 min
April 14#12672 Do Catholics Really Eat God? Vatican II and Mass Changes - Tom Nash
“Do Catholics really eat God?” This question delves into the belief in the Eucharist and its significance in Catholic faith. The discussion also touches on the changes brought by Vatican II, the appropriateness of addressing minor issues with a visiting priest, and the role of personal expressions during Mass for those from different backgrounds.
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Questions Covered:
17:31 – Do Catholics really believe that they are eating God literally?
31:33 – Why did we have the change of Vatican II?
44:04 – Should I bring up something minor about a visiting priest that isn’t in the rubric of the Mass?
49:29 – I am coming from a protestant background that included raising our hands often. Would some be inappropriate for the Mass?
53:54 – Why do we say Mary “merited to bear” Jesus in Regina Caeli when it was God’s doing?
56 min
April 13#12671 How Can I Heal a Strained Relationship? Forgiveness and Love - Rose Sweet
“How can I heal a strained relationship?” This episode addresses practical steps for mending relationships, including four tips for healing and insights on reconciling childhood trauma. Additionally, the discussion touches on honoring parents as a Catholic and navigating complex family dynamics after forgiveness.
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Questions Covered:
03:18 – What are four tips for healing a strained relationship?
12:03 – How do you reconcile childhood trauma?
15:42 – Listen, Lead, Love, Let go.
18:01 – Resentment
20:42 – How can I honor my parents now that I am a Catholic?
33:59 – I have forgiven my family for various things, but my wife hasn’t. I have let it go, but it is causing strain.
43:18 – I have had a hurt relationship; I was married outside the church in an abusive relationship. I am now married in the church, but I still feel like I need healing. (Guidance)
46:19 – My father passed away, my mom is giving the family house to my brother when it was promised to me. How can I respond to this best?
52:31 – To what degree to talk about something controversial or let it go if we know that it will cause someone to be upset?
56 min
April 11#12670 AMA: Catholicism - Joe Heschmeyer
Questions Covered:
05:35 – Why are the 10 Commandments different for Catholics and Protestants?
14:46 – Why does the Church take the transubstantiation view over the consubstantiation view?
20:52 – How does the Church balance orthodoxy and heterodoxy with everything going on?
25:26 – Is it possible for a laicized priest to ever be reinstated?
29:00 – Under what circumstances does a priest allow a non-Catholic to participate in the Eucharist?
36:03 – Is there any room in Catholicism for being a millenialist?
42:10 – Who took over after Peter?
51:37 – Do I really need to seek out indulgences?
56 min