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- #12577 Is Eternal Security Promised in John’s Gospel? and Angels? - Karlo Broussard
“Is eternal security promised in John 5:24?” This episode explores the implications of Jesus’ words on eternal life and judgment. Additionally, we delve into questions about the Church’s changes in the Mass, the nature of angels and their vulnerabilities, and the role of priests in forgiving sins.
[Encore episode, original air date July 22, 2025]
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Questions Covered:
- 04:30 – “Jesus says in John 5:24 whoever believes in him has ‘eternal life.’ He states, “24 Truly, truly, I say to you, he who hears my word and believes him who sent me, has eternal life; he does not come into judgment, but has passed from death to life. Isn’t that a promise of eternal security?”
- 16:55 – Mt. 12:38 seems to contradict what Catholicism teaches on how much time Jesus spent in hell.
- 20:16 – Why did the Church change so much in mass?
- 28:50 – Can angels get hurt?
- 32:27 – I think there is a contradiction between priests forgiving in persona Christi since they contribute nothing vs forgiving mortal sin.
- 46:04 – It seems as though we worship an arrogant God.
0 min - #12576 AMA Catholicism - Jimmy Akin
“Why is the Catholic Church the One True Church?” This episode dives into the unique claims of the Catholic faith, while also addressing pressing questions like the existence of Hell and the fate of souls, the significance of John 6, and effective ways to share faith with nonbelievers.
[Encore from August 8, 2025]
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Questions Covered:
- 02:17 – Oneness Pentecostal: Is the Catholic Church the One True Church?
- 11:11 – Is There a Hell, and Do Most People Go There?
- 20:54 – Recommended Videos on John 6
- 24:38 – Why “Bind and Loose” Doesn’t Apply to Everyone
- 35:41 – Best Way to Bring Faith to Nonbelievers
- 43:00 – Why Jesus Didn’t Let Mary Magdalene Touch Him
- 51:20 – Who Was in Heaven When Enoch & Elijah Arrived?
0 min - #12575 AMA Catholicism - Jimmy Akin
“Which Marian apparition has the best evidence?” In this episode, we explore this intriguing question alongside a variety of topics, including whether Pope Leo might change Church teaching and the implications of obeying dogmas given from the future. We also discuss the nature of sedevacantism and how God protects the Church from error.
[Encore from August 8, 2025]
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Questions Covered:
- 06:00 – Best-Evidence Marian Apparition
- 15:25 – Will Pope Leo Change Church Teaching?
- 22:48 – Must I Obey “Future” Dogmas?
- 29:55 – Is Sedevacantism Heresy?
- 36:30 – Accepting Jesus Without the Sacraments? (Rev 3:20)
- 41:15 – How Does God Protect the Church From Error?
- 47:47 – Protestant Mom Received Eucharist—What Should I Do?
0 min - #12574 Are There Anglican Sacraments? Early Church and Politics - Joe Heschmeyer
“What are Anglican sacraments?” This question opens a discussion on the validity of Anglican sacraments, alongside inquiries about communicating the nature of devotionals to non-Catholics and the historical role of laity in the early Church. The conversation also touches on the impact of politics on the split between Orthodox and Roman rites, providing a rich exploration of faith and history.
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Questions Covered:
- 01:28 – What is “Norming the norm that cannot be normed?”
- 13:45 – What are some ways to communicate to non-Catholics and fallen away Catholics that devotionals are not obligatory?
- 21:08 – Why are Anglican sacraments not valid?
- 28:55 – Why does the New Testament not talk about the fulfillment of the prophecies of the destruction of the Temple?
- 31:48 – Are there any historical records of the laity in the early church being able to celebrate the Mass?
- 35:35 – What is Joe’s preferred Bible?
- 37:41 – If it weren’t for human politics between East and West, would there not have been a split between Orthodox and Roman rites?
- 46:30 – Does Catholicism have a good answer to modern Biblical scholarship?
56 min - #12573 Why Is Catholicism So Complicated? Scapulars and SSPX - Joe Heschmeyer
“Why do Catholics make religion so complicated?” This question opens a discussion on the intricacies of Catholic beliefs and practices. The episode also addresses the significance of the number 37 in scripture, the relationship between the Gospels of Mark and John, and whether one can wear a scapular without being baptized.
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Questions Covered:
- 02:05 – Why do Catholics Make Religion so Complicated?
- 09:58 – The number 37 seems to show up a number of times in scripture is there some significance to this?
- 13:35 – If Mark was written before John, why doesn’t Mark’s Gospel include the “I AM” statements?
- 22:31 – Can I wear a Scapular if I am not Baptized?
- 23:16 – If I attended Sunday evening Mass but they did different readings than the Sunday morning Mass, does it still fulfill the Sunday obligation?
- 29:30 – What is the SSPX and sedevacantist relationship to the Church?
- 40:12 – How can I defend the Faith when I am not sophisticated in my arguments at the moment?
- 50:15 – If the Kingdom of David ended when God said it wouldn’t why does God not apply the same standard to the Great Apostasy?
56 min - #12572 Are Catholic Blessings Superstitious? Bible Questions - Tim Staples
Are practices like the blessing of throats or cars just superstition, or do they have a deeper meaning in the Catholic faith? In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Jimmy Akin addresses this question before tackling several others about Scripture and theology. He explains how to understand God’s role in events like the plagues of Egypt, whether the Garden of Eden can be seen as the first tabernacle, and when Satan’s fall occurred in relation to Adam and Eve. The episode also explores the apparent tension between faith and works in the Bible and offers guidance on how to approach questions about the “extra” books in the Catholic canon, including resources for understanding their historical and theological basis. A thoughtful discussion on Scripture, tradition, and Catholic practice.
Questions Covered:
- 01:02 – Opener: Is the blessing of throats and blessing of cars superstitious?
- 11:25 – How did God allow the plague in Egypt to happen?
- 17:22 – Was the Garden of Eden the first tabernacle?
- 20:02 – Did Satan fall before Adam and Eve?
- 29:23 – It seems like there is a contradiction in the Bible between Faith, and Faith + works. What resources can you offer about the 7 extra books in the bible? Something not from the Vatican to not be biased in favor of Catholics.
56 min - #12571 Is the Angel of the Lord Jesus? Purgatory and Mary’s Role - Tom Nash
“Is the Angel of the Lord Jesus?” This question opens a discussion on the identity of this figure in Scripture, alongside inquiries about the biblical basis for purgatory and the role of Mary. Other topics include the appropriateness of clapping in church and the actions of a priest during the Agnus Dei, providing a rich exploration of Catholic beliefs and practices.
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Questions Covered:
- 01:37 – Is it appropriate to clap in church?
- 11:54 – Gen 3:15 says he will crush the head of the serpent but the vulgate translates it to she. This is keeping me from converting.
- 23:29 – I’m blind. What does the priest do while the congregation sings the agnus dei?
- 34:53 – Where do we find purgatory in the bible?
- 37:20 – Is this angel of the Lord in the Old Testament believed to be Jesus?
- 46:29 – Psalm 51:2 Catholic version is different. The bible version is different from the mass part read. Why is that. The USCCB version moves it down to verse 4.
- 49:22 – Does scripture teach the sinlessness of Mary?
56 min - #12570 Can You Interpret the Sower Parable? Genesis and Islam - Jimmy Akin
“Can you interpret the Sower parable?” This question opens a discussion on the meaning of Mark 4’s parable, touching on themes of public teaching and predestination. Other topics include the claim by Islam regarding the corruption of the Bible, the church’s interpretation of Genesis, and whether Mary knew of Jesus’ resurrection after the Crucifixion.
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Questions Covered:
- 01:11 – I’ve heard that a small group of Jews are the real church based on the Acts of the Apostle and the Jews who were called “the way”?
- 13:07 – Can you explain the Sower parable of Mark 4? Why can I interpret the idea of public teaching and predestination?
- 13:07 – Can you explain the Sower parable of Mark 4? Why can I interpret the idea of public teaching and predestination? – IF you Like the question
- 18:35 – Can you explain why Islam claims that our bible is corrupt, but they also use certain books?
- 29:01 – Can you explain the church’s doctrinal literal interpretation of Genesis? Is there any consideration of young Earth creationism?
- 38:58 – Can someone interpret Genesis trees as literal trees and places? It seems it could be based on Mose’s miracles? Varied
- 48:00 – Is there a reliable bible commentary for an average reader not scholar?
- 52:51 – After Jesus is Crucified did Mary know He was going to rise in 3 days?
0 min - #12569 Did the Prophecies in Revelation Happen? John 6 and Salvation - Jimmy Akin
“Did the prophecies in Revelation happen?” This question opens a discussion on the interpretation of biblical prophecy, alongside inquiries about the connection between John 6 and the Last Supper, and the complexities surrounding salvation as discussed in Unam Sanctam. Additional topics include the Church’s historical actions regarding heretics and understanding love for God.
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Questions Covered:
- 02:28 – Did the prophecies in the book of Revelation already happen?
- 20:40 – Is there a way to establish that the John 6 discourse is related to the Last Supper? The Bible is a catholic book
- 28:50 – Alleged contradiction – Unam Sanctam has contradictory teachings about Salvation outside the church. I am confused about the explanation of martyrs in heaven?
- 36:24 – Why would the Church burn heretics when the bible says to let the wheat grow among the weeds
- 44:00 – How do you know if you love God?
- 49:39 – Can you give the Catholic explanation of these verses from Ephesians 2:8-10?
0 min - #12568 Are Prayers to Mary Problematic? Miracles and Salvation - Tom Nash
“Are prayers to Mary problematic?” This question opens a discussion on the significance of prayers like the Hail Holy Queen and the Act of Consecration to Mary, especially in light of concerns about scandal. Other topics include reconciling free will with God’s prophets, the Catholic view of salvation, and the nature of miracles in relation to scientific laws.
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Questions Covered:
- 01:02 – There are two prayers to Mary that we get calls about, and wanted you to talk through them here, and also see if Catholics should stop saying these prayers if they cause too much scandal. Hail Holy Queen and the Act of Consecration to Mary
- 12:42 – How do you reconcile free will with the prophets sent by God?
- 21:05 – I’m in RCIA. The Catholic view of salvation seems fragile. Why would missing a holy day of obligation cause me to go to hell?
- 29:49 – Do miracles need to break the laws of science or can they break only the laws we don’t understand to be considered miracles?
- 42:00 – Did Mary have children?
- 51:27 – How do I distinguish between venial and mortal sin to a protestant?
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