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Sola Scriptura is a DISQUALIFYING Belief for Authentic Christianity.
I frequent a number of “Anti-Catholic” message boards, and have since I was a neophyte believer. I do it because it’s always good to stay ready and sharpened in your ability to give a defense of the faith – but also because it *is* missionary territory. Sometimes a “doozy” of a claim will come up, […]
Why Do Catholics Have Statues?
Imagine a soldier during WWII. His name is Steve. He’s in a foxhole, and in 45 seconds he and his fellow soldiers will be charging out of their foxhole, through a hail of gunfire, to the next trench. Undoubtedly, some of them won’t make it. In the final seconds before the charge, Steve reaches into […]
Protestant Scholars on Mt 16:16-19
Mt 16:16-1916 Simon Peter replied, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”17 And Jesus answered him, “Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jona! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven.18 And I tell you, you are Peter (Pevtroß, or “petros”), and on this rock (pevtra, or “petra”) […]
“Where do you Catholics find Confession in the Bible?”
Jesus Grants Authority to Forgive Sins John 20:21 (RSV): Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I send you.” In this verse, Jesus conveys to his apostles that they are being sent forth in a similar manner as he was sent by the Father. Just […]
The Authority & Primacy of Peter in Scripture
Peter is always mentioned first. Matthew even calls him first (protos) when he was NOT the first one called. His brother Andrew first found Jesus and brought Simon and Jesus together. Summary of the Findings: These verses collectively underscore Peter’s primacy among the apostles in the New Testament. He is consistently named first in the […]
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Good Book: If Protestantism is True: The Reformati
Good Book: If Protestantism is True: The Reformation Meets Rome was listed on Amazon for $9.99, selling for $8.99 USD brand new. Manufactured by Unitatis Books. There are 25 units left brand new. If you prefer this product in used condition, there are 20 left on Amazon starting at $7.28.What if Protestantism were true? That’s […]
The Workings of the Holy Spirit in the Conclave
As we joyfully receive Pope Francis, we must look into the mysterious ways in which the Holy Spirit guides our cardinals in the election process. Before this Conclave, the Associated Press wrote about the politics involved. As with any worldwide organization, there will be competing sets of ideas and determination of one side to see […]
Sacramental Marriage, Civil Marriage, Gay Marriage, and the Catholic Church
Mawwidge… I’m told it’s an institute you can’t disparage, though that seems anything but the case these days. A litany of arguments in favor of allowing for “gay marriage,” in the short-hand parlance, or “homosexual unions,” has been given by hosts of talking heads, celebrities, and every-day folks. It’s a “civil rights” issue, some will say. […]
The Election of Pope Francis I in Pictures.
He’s the first Francis, the first Jesuit, the first American, etc. His papacy will probably be noted for its accent on humility.
Marxism? No. Liberalism? No. Christianity? Yes!
Compare and contrast… Conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh recently accused Pope Francis of teaching “pure Marxism”, but I don’t think he understands what Marxism really is. Karl Marx, namesake of the ideology in question, denounced religious faith as “…the opium of the people”. He argued that religion blinds people to their true sufferings… “The abolition of religion as […]