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- #12585 Did the Exodus Really Happen? Gospels and the Rosary - Jimmy Akin
“Did the Exodus really happen?” This question invites a closer look at the historical and theological implications of the Exodus narrative. Additionally, the discussion touches on why Matthew 24:36 states that not even the Son knows the time of God’s return, and how the Rosary played a role in defeating the Cathars, highlighting the rich tapestry of faith and history in Catholicism.
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Questions Covered:
- 08:24 – Did the Exodus really happen, or is it symbolic?
- 37:08 – How exactly did the Rosary defeat the Cathars?
- 48:35 – Why do the Gospels share the same story with different details?
56 min - #12584 How Should I Sort Through Church Teachings? Faith and Angels - Joe Heschmeyer
“How should I sort through everything the Church teaches?” This question opens a discussion on navigating the complexities of Church doctrine. Additionally, the episode addresses intriguing topics such as why St. Michael is recognized as a saint despite being an angel, and whether a Protestant can participate in Confession, providing a well-rounded exploration of faith.
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Questions Covered:
- 05:58 – How should I sort through everything the Church teaches?
- 13:20 – How come St. Michael is a saint if he is an angel?
- 20:28 – What’s the response to the claim that Mary and Joseph did not have very much faith because they were afraid and didn’t know where to look when they lost Jesus?
- 33:10 – Can a Protestant go to Confession?
- 42:50 – How is the Eucharist a propitiatory sacrifice and how is it applied?
56 min - #12583 What’s the Best Argument Against Mormonism? Baptism and Beliefs - Joe Heschmeyer
“What’s the best argument against Mormonism?” This question opens a discussion on the key points of contention between Catholicism and Mormon beliefs. Additionally, the conversation touches on the evidence of divine protection for the magisterium and offers guidance for an ex-Mormon navigating discussions about biblical reinterpretations, such as baptism for the dead.
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Questions Covered:
- 05:20 – What’s the best argument against Mormonism?
- 18:15 – What is evidence of divine protection for the magisterium and the Catholic Church as a whole?
- 35:41 – I’m an ex-Mormon in OCIA. How do I talk to my family about the bible verses that Joseph Smith and reinterpreted such as baptism for the dead.
56 min - #12582 Does Prevenient Grace Lead to Imperfect Faith and Hope? - Karlo Broussard
“Does prevenient grace give some form of imperfect faith, hope, or love in order to move us to baptism?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of grace and its role in our spiritual journey. Other topics include the unique benefits of Eucharistic adoration compared to communal prayer, the lesser-known significance of St. Joseph, and the reasons why the symbolic view of baptism is not accurate.
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Questions Covered:
- 06:36 – Does prevenient grace give some form of imperfect faith, hope or love in order to move us to baptism?
- 16:21 – What do I get out of adoring the Eucharist that I wouldn’t get from gathering 2 or 3 in Jesus name?
- 31:54 – Why don’t we hear much about St. Joseph?
- 43:50 – Why is the view of baptism being symbolic not correct?
56 min - #12581 Is Sola Scriptura Self-Refuting? Eucharist and Salvation - Karlo Broussard
“Is Sola Scriptura self-refuting?” This question opens a discussion on the foundations of Scripture’s authority, while also addressing why Catholics believe the Eucharist is essential for salvation. Additional topics include the salvation of Gentiles in Romans 2 and the theological implications of drinking the blood of Jesus despite biblical prohibitions.
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Questions Covered:
- 08:03 – Is Sola Scriptura Self Refuting?
- 14:40 – Why do Catholics believe they need the eucharist to be saved?
- 35:12 – How are the gentiles in Romans 2 saved?
- 50:35 – If the bible says drinking blood is a sin, then why is drinking the blood of Jesus not a sin?
56 min - #12582 How Can Non-Catholics Be Saved If Jesus is the Only Mediator? - Luke Lancaster
“How Can Non-Catholics Be Saved If Jesus is the Only Mediator?” This question opens a discussion on the relationship between faith, works, and salvation, addressing concerns about Ephesians 2:8-9 and its compatibility with Catholic teaching. Other topics include the nature of Marian devotion and its perceived paganism, as well as the implications of Vatican II on salvation for non-Catholics.
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Questions Covered:
- 09:41 – Seems to me that Marian devotion is paganism, like it’s worship. It’s one of the reasons why I left the Church. How would you respond to that objection?
- 21:42 – It always bothered me that God gave Bathsheba an abortion — why would God do that?
- 29:32 – According to Vatican II a non-Catholic can be saved. That seems to contradict Jesus’ teaching that nobody comes to the Father except through him.
- 37:02 – Why do we have Holy Days of Obligation?
- 46:46 – After Peter died, would the new bishop or Rome have authority over the still living apostles, such as John?
- 50:52 – Is it better to think of works in terms of losing our salvation through mortal sins of omission?
56 min - #12581 How Do You Make a Good Examination of Conscience? Marriage and Annulments - Fr. Paul Check
“How do you make a good examination of conscience?” This essential practice is explored alongside questions about the significance of Jesus’ second coming, the role of the Trinity in marriage counseling, and the implications of annulments for remarriage. Each topic sheds light on the complexities of faith and relationships within the Catholic tradition.
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Questions Covered:
- 07:50 – How do you make a good examination of conscience?
- 19:25 – What does it mean that Jesus will come again in glory? Was the first time at creation, the incarnation, or the Eucharist?
- 22:00 – How might one use the image of the Trinity when counseling couples for marriage?
- 24:33 – What happened to the gold, frankincense, and myrrh that the wise men gave to Mary and Joseph?
- 29:57 – If my husband divorced and I have an annulment, does he have to die before I can marry someone else?
- 36:00 – My wife and I are going through OCIA and our annulments are not complete. If the annulments are not finalized by Holy Week would we still be able to enter the Church provided that we intend to remain celibate until the annulments are resolved?
- 41:00 – Could a widow enter into a marriage that was just through the Catholic Church and not a civil, legal marriage? I’m getting mixed answers about whether or not this should be done.
- 43:26 – My son is getting married to a muslim woman. He was raised Catholic. Now he says he believes in God but not in Jesus’ divinity. She is Muslim but not very practicing. They told her father a lie, that my son converted to Islam, to appease him. How do I handle this upcoming wedding?
56 min - #12580 What is The Rapture? Eschatology, the Antichrist, and More - Jimmy Akin
“Will there be a Rapture?” This episode dives into the Catholic perspective on popular rapture theology and explores key topics such as the concept of a literal thousand-year reign, the Catholic understanding of the Three Days of Darkness, and the nature of the Antichrist. Join us for an examination of these important eschatological questions.
[Encore episode, original air date July 25, 2025]
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Questions Covered:
- 05:30 – Will there be a Rapture, and how should Catholics respond to popular “rapture” theology?
- 20:00 – Will there be a literal thousand-year reign (the “millennium”)?
- 31:00 – What is the Catholic understanding of the Three Days of Darkness?
- 33:00 – What is the Illumination of Conscience or Warning, and when might it occur?
- 43:00 – What is “Antichrist”?
0 min - #12579 Are We Currently in the End Times? Signs of Jesus’ Return - Jimmy Akin
“Are we currently in the End Times?” This episode explores the signs of Jesus’ return, delving into questions like what dispensationalism is and whether Jesus got end-of-the-world prophecies wrong. Join us as we navigate these important topics and more in this thought-provoking discussion.
[Encore episode, original air date July 25, 2025]
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Questions Covered:
- 01:30 – What is dispensationalism?
- 05:59 – Are we currently in the End Times?
- 14:30 – What are the signs that will precede the return of Jesus?
- 30:33 – Did Jesus get end-of-the-world prophecies wrong?
- 49:58 – Will Jesus really return—like “a thief in the night”?
0 min - #12578 Can Saints Intercede for Us? Eucharist, Annulments, and Mary - Karlo Broussard
“Can saints intercede for us?” This episode explores the biblical basis for intercession, addressing questions like the reconciliation of Revelation 22:9 with the practice of honoring saints and the significance of the Eucharist in relation to salvation. Tune in as we also delve into the complexities of annulments and the nature of Mary’s sinlessness.
[Encore episode, original air date July 22, 2025]
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Questions Covered:
- 04:55 – The saints’ attempt to intercede for us in Rev. 6:9 seems to have failed. What other biblical evidence is there for intercession?
- 14:16 – How can you reconcile Rev. 22:9 with the practice of offering dulia to the saints?
- 23:28 – If the Eucharist is required for salvation, then why did Jesus tell the good thief he would be in paradise that day. Why was it good enough for him but not the rest of us?
- 31:13 – It doesn’t make sense because we don’t know which saints are in heaven and if we pray to one that isn’t there, does that mean we are praying to a demon? The saints pray for you.
- 36:56 – Religions are man made and are all imperfect in particular the Catholic Church?
- 46:33 – I don’t understand where annulments fit into scripture?
- 51:31 – What sin did Mary not have? What is a dark intellect?
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