The Jews and Protestants have a shorter version of the book of Esther than Catholics do. The most stark difference is that the shorter version of Esther makes NO mention of God whatsoever. In the Catholic version Esther and Mordecai pray and honour God. Was Esther a fulfilment of the prophecy in Ezekiel 38-39? Learn about this amazing book and why Catholics have the longer version. Please note: my reference to the Talmud saying that the Hebrew version of Esther is abridged comes from the Babylonian Talmud, Tractate Baba Bathra 15a.

What is purgatory? Is it a place in-between heaven & hell; or a place of purification only for those bound for heaven? Does the Bible teach purgatory? The meanings of 2 Maccabees 12:38-46; Wisdom 3:1-9; Hebrews 9:27; 12:22-23; Revelation 21:27; Matthew 18:23-35; 1 Corinthians 3:11-15; Luke 12:35-48; and 2 Timothy 1:16-18 are examined.

The Rosary originated in 1214 AD, but was based upon the Gospels, Biblical prayers and early Christian prayers including those calling on Mary for intercession. Here we look how each of the mysteries is based upon the Gospels and meditating on Christ and asking His Mother for intercession.

Wigglesworth (1859-1947) is one of the most respected and loved founding fathers of Pentecostalism, to this very day. He is supposed to have raised people from the dead and made legs grow back on people missing them. But was he all he claimed to be, or a violent shameless huckster? Find out now.

What did Jesus say about Peter in Matthew 16:18-20? What is its connection with Isaiah 22:20-25? Was Peter really the first pope? Find out now!

Is original sin (that we are born with a sinful nature) taught in the Bible? What is meant by "original sin"? Find out here.

How do you know if you're saved and going to heaven? What must you do to be saved? Can you lose your salvation after gaining it? What does the Bible say you need to do to be saved?

What does the Bible say about baptism? Does baptism save you (Mark 16:16; John 3:5; Acts 2:38-39; 22:16; Galatians 3:27; Titus 3:5; 1 Peter 3:20-21)? Or is it just a mere symbol? Should babies be baptised? Find out now!

This is the story of my journey to Catholicism, after a lifetime in mostly Presbyterian and Pentecostal churches.

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