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- #12100 Does God Really Forget Our Sins If He Is All-Knowing? - Jimmy Akin
If God is omniscient, how can He “forget” sins forgiven in Confession? Jimmy Akin explains this theological mystery and answers more questions on Genesis, Catholic complexity, and divine judgment.
Questions Covered:
- 01:02 – How does the Jubilee Year and forgiveness apply to my divorce and financial situation?
- 07:39 – How can Catholics believe Genesis is an allegory and a genealogy at the same time?
- 16:46 – How can I better defend against the claim “Catholicism is too complex”?
- 21:01 – The Vatican suppressed the Miles Christi order recently. What does that mean for the order and the faithful associated with them?
- 23:57 – Could pursuit of knowledge of the faith ever be an idol?
- 29:07 – What is the difference between the particular judgment and general judgment?
- 33:25 – How can God forget sins forgiven in Confession if He is All-Knowing?
- 36:01 – I’m cradle Orthodox; what is the best, concise argument against Eastern Orthodoxy? Why should I become Catholic?
- 46:40 – I’m in OCIA, my spouse is attending a Protestant Church. Am I allowed to continue attending Protestant services with him?
- 47:59 – I heard that God allows us to go to Hell because we would not be able to stand the beatific vision if we had mortal sin on our soul. Is this true?
- 51:14 – How did the Lord atone for our sins?
56 min - #12100 Does God Really Forget Our Sins If He Is All-Knowing? - Jimmy Akin
If God is omniscient, how can He “forget” sins forgiven in Confession? Jimmy Akin explains this theological mystery and answers more questions on Genesis, Catholic complexity, and divine judgment.
Questions Covered:
- 01:02 – How does the Jubilee Year and forgiveness apply to my divorce and financial situation?
- 07:39 – How can Catholics believe Genesis is an allegory and a genealogy at the same time?
- 16:46 – How can I better defend against the claim “Catholicism is too complex”?
- 21:01 – The Vatican suppressed the Miles Christi order recently. What does that mean for the order and the faithful associated with them?
- 23:57 – Could pursuit of knowledge of the faith ever be an idol?
- 29:07 – What is the difference between the particular judgment and general judgment?
- 33:25 – How can God forget sins forgiven in Confession if He is All-Knowing?
- 36:01 – I’m cradle Orthodox; what is the best, concise argument against Eastern Orthodoxy? Why should I become Catholic?
- 46:40 – I’m in OCIA, my spouse is attending a Protestant Church. Am I allowed to continue attending Protestant services with him?
- 47:59 – I heard that God allows us to go to Hell because we would not be able to stand the beatific vision if we had mortal sin on our soul. Is this true?
- 51:14 – How did the Lord atone for our sins?
56 min - #12099 How Does Aristotle’s Philosophy Explain Transubstantiation? - Jimmy Akin
How do substance and accidents help us understand the Eucharist? Jimmy Akin unpacks Aristotle’s influence on Catholic theology and answers more questions on NFP, venial sin, and returning to the faith.
Questions Covered:
- 05:09 – If someone venially sins in a category that is grave by nature, has one committed a grave offense that he’s only venially culpable for? If so, does one have a similar responsibility to avoid such sins like mortal sins?
- 08:16 – What is the meaning of Genesis 49:14-15?
- 13:43 – What is considered a grave reason to use NFP to avoid pregnancy? Would it be a sin to avoid pregnancy for a less than grave reason?
- 15:10 – Was Yahweh tempted in the desert when Jesus was tempted in the desert?
- 18:32 – Does the Prime Directive in Star Trek go against Catholic theology?
- 23:27 – Having been baptized in a different faith, I’m getting ready for my First Reconciliation; could I bring in a list of my sins, or should I confess what’s on my heart?
- 29:40 – Can you help me understand how recent immigration changes will affect priests from other countries?
- 34:34 – Is there a good book a Lapsed Catholic could read to relearn all the traditions? Should I go back to confession?
- 43:23 – I’m an Extraordinary Eucharistic Minister. Can non-Catholics Christians receive ashes on Ash Wednesday?
- 45:16 – How does Aristotle’s distinction between substance and accidents help explain the concept of transubstantiation?
- 48:13 – Why is there a response to “The Mystery of the Faith/Mysterium fidei” that doesn’t mention the Resurrection?
- 51:48 – The Catechism says temporal punishment doesn’t remain after Confession, but my Catechist says otherwise. Who is right?
56 min - #12099 How Does Aristotle’s Philosophy Explain Transubstantiation? - Jimmy Akin
How do substance and accidents help us understand the Eucharist? Jimmy Akin unpacks Aristotle’s influence on Catholic theology and answers more questions on NFP, venial sin, and returning to the faith.
Questions Covered:
- 05:09 – If someone venially sins in a category that is grave by nature, has one committed a grave offense that he’s only venially culpable for? If so, does one have a similar responsibility to avoid such sins like mortal sins?
- 08:16 – What is the meaning of Genesis 49:14-15?
- 13:43 – What is considered a grave reason to use NFP to avoid pregnancy? Would it be a sin to avoid pregnancy for a less than grave reason?
- 15:10 – Was Yahweh tempted in the desert when Jesus was tempted in the desert?
- 18:32 – Does the Prime Directive in Star Trek go against Catholic theology?
- 23:27 – Having been baptized in a different faith, I’m getting ready for my First Reconciliation; could I bring in a list of my sins, or should I confess what’s on my heart?
- 29:40 – Can you help me understand how recent immigration changes will affect priests from other countries?
- 34:34 – Is there a good book a Lapsed Catholic could read to relearn all the traditions? Should I go back to confession?
- 43:23 – I’m an Extraordinary Eucharistic Minister. Can non-Catholics Christians receive ashes on Ash Wednesday?
- 45:16 – How does Aristotle’s distinction between substance and accidents help explain the concept of transubstantiation?
- 48:13 – Why is there a response to “The Mystery of the Faith/Mysterium fidei” that doesn’t mention the Resurrection?
- 51:48 – The Catechism says temporal punishment doesn’t remain after Confession, but my Catechist says otherwise. Who is right?
56 min - #12098 Why Can’t Catholics Receive Both Species of the Eucharist? - Tim Staples
Protestants often receive both bread and wine, so why don’t all Catholics? Tim Staples explains this and more, including annulment cases, attending Lutheran Confirmations, and whether Jesus referred to all the apostles as the “rock” of the Church.
Questions Covered:
- 05:10 – To defend our position, is it possible to say that Jesus could have looked at ALL the apostles when he says “upon this rock I will build my church”?
- 16:03 – Why can’t Catholics receive both species of the Eucharist? It seems Protestants receive both.
- 24:56 – How legitimate is it for me to attend a Lutheran Confirmation for family members?
- 34:59 – Is a spouse dealing with alcohol, drug abuse, or adultery a case for an annulment?
- 45:09 – Kent Hovind says there’s a flood story in every culture; why do we only hear of the story of Noah?
- 54:00 – Why aren’t Ash Wednesday and Good Friday Holy Days of Obligation?
56 min - #12098 Why Can’t Catholics Receive Both Species of the Eucharist? - Tim Staples
Protestants often receive both bread and wine, so why don’t all Catholics? Tim Staples explains this and more, including annulment cases, attending Lutheran Confirmations, and whether Jesus referred to all the apostles as the “rock” of the Church.
Questions Covered:
- 05:10 – To defend our position, is it possible to say that Jesus could have looked at ALL the apostles when he says “upon this rock I will build my church”?
- 16:03 – Why can’t Catholics receive both species of the Eucharist? It seems Protestants receive both.
- 24:56 – How legitimate is it for me to attend a Lutheran Confirmation for family members?
- 34:59 – Is a spouse dealing with alcohol, drug abuse, or adultery a case for an annulment?
- 45:09 – Kent Hovind says there’s a flood story in every culture; why do we only hear of the story of Noah?
- 54:00 – Why aren’t Ash Wednesday and Good Friday Holy Days of Obligation?
56 min - #12097 Is There Proof That We Have a Soul? And More Questions - Trent Horn
Can we know for certain that souls exist? Trent Horn explores this fundamental question and more, including the meaning of the filioque, the fate of aborted babies, and how the Council of Trent would respond to Protestant objections.
Questions Covered:
- 04:41 – What does the filioque really mean?
- 14:21 – Regarding your video on Evangelicals and Trump, could you clarify the argument you used?
- 19:10 – How do we know or is there any proof that we have a soul?
- 29:20 – How would Trent respond to the Protestant claim “He died once and for all” in Hebrews?
- 41:30 – Where do aborted babies go after death?
56 min - #12097 Is There Proof That We Have a Soul? And More Questions - Trent Horn
Can we know for certain that souls exist? Trent Horn explores this fundamental question and more, including the meaning of the filioque, the fate of aborted babies, and how the Council of Trent would respond to Protestant objections.
Questions Covered:
- 04:41 – What does the filioque really mean?
- 14:21 – Regarding your video on Evangelicals and Trump, could you clarify the argument you used?
- 19:10 – How do we know or is there any proof that we have a soul?
- 29:20 – How would Trent respond to the Protestant claim “He died once and for all” in Hebrews?
- 41:30 – Where do aborted babies go after death?
56 min - #12096 Is a Protestant Baptism Valid After Converting to Catholicism - Joe Heschmeyer
If you were baptized in a Protestant church, do you need to be re-baptized after becoming Catholic? Jimmy Akin explains Church teaching and answers more questions on the Great Apostasy, Torah observance, and whether being late to Mass is a sin.
Questions Covered:
- 01:55 – A Jewish friend said that everything went wrong after the Apostles. Was that the Great Apostasy? How should I respond?
- 07:21 – How is sedevacantism, the SSPX, and the Fatima Secret related to Malachi Martin?
- 14:22 – I heard once that the unforgivable sin is becoming an atheist. What is the Catholic stance on this?
- 20:42 – What is the relationship between the Knights of Columbus and the Catholic Church? Is it okay to celebrate deceased parents and loved ones and say they are together in heaven?
- 28:50 – If I was baptized in a Protestant church and then converted to Catholicism, is my baptism valid?
- 31:19 – How do I reach my brother who has recently converted to Torah observance?
- 38:23 – My LDS friends would say “know them by their fruits” as a reason to convert to Mormonism; how do I respond to that?
- 46:45 – Is it a sin to be late to Mass?
- 49:58 – How do I respond to the claim “Jesus’ crucifixion paid all debts, including temporal ones”?
56 min - #12096 Is a Protestant Baptism Valid After Converting to Catholicism - Joe Heschmeyer
If you were baptized in a Protestant church, do you need to be re-baptized after becoming Catholic? Jimmy Akin explains Church teaching and answers more questions on the Great Apostasy, Torah observance, and whether being late to Mass is a sin.
Questions Covered:
- 01:55 – A Jewish friend said that everything went wrong after the Apostles. Was that the Great Apostasy? How should I respond?
- 07:21 – How is sedevacantism, the SSPX, and the Fatima Secret related to Malachi Martin?
- 14:22 – I heard once that the unforgivable sin is becoming an atheist. What is the Catholic stance on this?
- 20:42 – What is the relationship between the Knights of Columbus and the Catholic Church? Is it okay to celebrate deceased parents and loved ones and say they are together in heaven?
- 28:50 – If I was baptized in a Protestant church and then converted to Catholicism, is my baptism valid?
- 31:19 – How do I reach my brother who has recently converted to Torah observance?
- 38:23 – My LDS friends would say “know them by their fruits” as a reason to convert to Mormonism; how do I respond to that?
- 46:45 – Is it a sin to be late to Mass?
- 49:58 – How do I respond to the claim “Jesus’ crucifixion paid all debts, including temporal ones”?
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