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TOPIC: Family Faith Under Fire
GUEST: Dr. Ray Guarendi
TOPIC: Real Discipleship
GUEST: Fr. Jeff Kirby
published: 28 Oct 2024
Why Confess to a Priest When Jesus Already Paid the Price?
A caller asks why Catholics confess their sins to a priest when Jesus already paid the price for our salvation? Tim Staples provides an answer full of bible verses to support the Catholic answer.
Full episode: https://youtu.be/U1i6ZZwGqww
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published: 20 Jun 2024
Ask Me Anything w/ Trent Horn & Tim Staples | Answers Live | October 24, 2024
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HOUR 1
TOPIC: Ask Me Anything
GUEST: Trent Horn
HOUR 2
TOPIC: Ask Me Anything
GUEST: Tim Staples
QUESTIONS ASKED:
00:00:00 - Waiting Music
00:04:45 - Introduction
00:08:18 - Could we employ some of your arguments against the Evil God Challenge against atheistic naturalism?
00:13:07 - I like the argument against sola scriptura that scripture doesn’t say everything has to be in scripture. But Protestants respond that Old Testament Jews didn’t have a magisterium, yet they still knew, more or less, what books were canon. If Old Testament Jews were fine with that, shouldn’t we be too? How do we respond to that?
00:21:47 - Are those who go to Hell likely to eventually go mad from all their suffering?
00:25:38...
published: 25 Oct 2024
*Why* Did Martin Luther Remove Books from the Bible? w/@JimmyAkin
Jimmy Akin explores Luther's decision to exclude these books from the Protestant canon, delving into historical context, Luther's potential motivations, and the role of the Holy Spirit in shaping the canon.
Full episode: https://youtube.com/live/9sS9ZwFLDd4
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published: 28 Aug 2024
AMA: Non-Catholics w/ Tim Staples | Catholic Answers Live | September 30, 2024
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TOPIC: Ask Me Anything: Catholicism
GUEST: Tim Staples
QUESTIONS COVERED:
00:00:00 - Waiting Music
00:02:10 - Introduction
00:09:58 - My wife and I aren't confirmed yet. Does practicing do anything yet since we’re not fully initiated into the Church?
00:27:20 - I’m Jewish. What is the Catholic interpretation of Psalm 110?
00:38:42 - Why can't we have premarital intercourse?
00:52:24 - Why does the show prompt there’s a non-optional requirement to be Catholic? Why does the Church think that it bears any weight in an individual's relationship with God?
00:57:10 - 5-Minute Break
01:03:31 - I’m a Baptist. If I attend a Catholic service why can't I receive communion?
01:19:11 - How do we harmonize interc...
published: 01 Oct 2024
Is Pope Francis a Heretic? w/ @JimmyAkin
Jimmy Akin addresses the Pope's statement about all religions leading to God. Jimmy gives the context of the statements and comments on some crucial principles to keep in mind while reading about the Pope's words.
Jimmy's Channel: @JimmyAkin
Full episode: https://youtube.com/live/MsVz4GAZL3Y
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published: 23 Sep 2024
Ask Me Anything w/ Jimmy Akin | Answers Live | October 25, 2024
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TOPIC: Ask Me Anything
GUEST: Jimmy Akin
QUESTIONS ASKED:
00:00:00 - Waiting Music
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:03:20 - What advice would you give for starting a college apologetics club?
00:09:07 - Is there Mass in Heaven?
00:14:48 - What is your defense on John Henry Newman's idea of doctrinal development?
00:24:30 - How can I prove against once saved always saved and perseverance of the saints based on scripture?
00:34:01 - How did Thomas receive the gift of the Holy Spirit since he was absent in John 20?
00:40:53 - In the 3rd letter of John, I have read different translations with Church or church. Would the lower-case c translation indicate John talking about a local church not the universal?
0...
published: 26 Oct 2024
How the Church Fathers Made Me Catholic
A Former Protestant’s Journey to the Catholic Church.
Joshua Charles is one of the rising stars of the Millennial generation. A bestselling author, historian, researcher, and international speaker, he is a passionate defender of America’s Founding Principles, Judeo-Christian civilization, and the Catholic faith, to which he converted in 2018. He loves telling, and helping others tell, great stories that communicate great truths.
published: 20 Apr 2024
Unveiling the Power of Prayers: Discover the Answers You Seek!
published: 27 Oct 2024
If God Exists, Why Do I Suffer? | 2023 Catholic Answers Conference
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The problem of evil--and especially suffering--is often considered the most powerful argument against the existence of an all-powerful all-good, all-loving God. In this dynamic talk, Jimmy Akin draws on his own experiences, philosophical insight, and the teachings of the Church to reveal why God allows suffering and how we can find peace in the midst of it.
This talk was presented at the 2023 Catholic Answers Conference: I Believe in God. To attend this year’s 10th Annual Conference “Learn from Me: The Parables, Sermons, and Conversations of Jesus Christ,”
visit https://catholicanswersconference.com
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TOPIC: Family Faith Under Fire
GUEST: Dr. Ray Guarendi
TOPIC: Real Discip...
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TOPIC: Family Faith Under Fire
GUEST: Dr. Ray Guarendi
TOPIC: Real Discipleship
GUEST: Fr. Jeff Kirby
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TOPIC: Family Faith Under Fire
GUEST: Dr. Ray Guarendi
TOPIC: Real Discipleship
GUEST: Fr. Jeff Kirby
A caller asks why Catholics confess their sins to a priest when Jesus already paid the price for our salvation? Tim Staples provides an answer full of bible ver...
A caller asks why Catholics confess their sins to a priest when Jesus already paid the price for our salvation? Tim Staples provides an answer full of bible verses to support the Catholic answer.
Full episode: https://youtu.be/U1i6ZZwGqww
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A caller asks why Catholics confess their sins to a priest when Jesus already paid the price for our salvation? Tim Staples provides an answer full of bible verses to support the Catholic answer.
Full episode: https://youtu.be/U1i6ZZwGqww
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HOUR 1
TOPIC: Ask Me Anything
GUEST: Trent Horn
HOUR 2
TOPIC: Ask Me Anyt...
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HOUR 1
TOPIC: Ask Me Anything
GUEST: Trent Horn
HOUR 2
TOPIC: Ask Me Anything
GUEST: Tim Staples
QUESTIONS ASKED:
00:00:00 - Waiting Music
00:04:45 - Introduction
00:08:18 - Could we employ some of your arguments against the Evil God Challenge against atheistic naturalism?
00:13:07 - I like the argument against sola scriptura that scripture doesn’t say everything has to be in scripture. But Protestants respond that Old Testament Jews didn’t have a magisterium, yet they still knew, more or less, what books were canon. If Old Testament Jews were fine with that, shouldn’t we be too? How do we respond to that?
00:21:47 - Are those who go to Hell likely to eventually go mad from all their suffering?
00:25:38 - In light of the recent story of the man declared brain dead from whom they were harvesting organs, but then the man showed signs of life: how should Catholics consider organ donation?
00:34:03 - Convince us that abortions are evil without using religion.
00:36:50 - Why is the purpose of the uterus disanalogy in the violinist argument successful in refuting it?
00:47:54 - Is 1 Cor 15:29 a good proof for purgatory?
00:54:48 - How do we answer the ethical dilemma: a robber comes to your house and makes you choose a family member for him to kill, or else he will kill your whole family.
00:59:45 - 5-Minute Break
01:07:32 - Why do Catholics have Jesus on the cross instead of just a cross. Also, are tattoos immoral?
01:20:31 - My wife and I were married in a Lutheran church. She is Catholic. She was told by her priest that she is not allowed to take the sacraments. Is this true?
01:33:15 - Often I hear complicated ideas when explaining Catholic doctrines. I find it hard to follow, and imagine others do as well. Do you have to understand these things to be Catholic?
01:48:45 - I’m considering Catholicism. I’m struggling with some Marian doctrines. Is it enough for me to become Catholic to assent to the Church’s doctrines, while not really being sure if I believe in them?
01:52:10 - What is the Catholic view on dispensationalism?
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HOUR 1
TOPIC: Ask Me Anything
GUEST: Trent Horn
HOUR 2
TOPIC: Ask Me Anything
GUEST: Tim Staples
QUESTIONS ASKED:
00:00:00 - Waiting Music
00:04:45 - Introduction
00:08:18 - Could we employ some of your arguments against the Evil God Challenge against atheistic naturalism?
00:13:07 - I like the argument against sola scriptura that scripture doesn’t say everything has to be in scripture. But Protestants respond that Old Testament Jews didn’t have a magisterium, yet they still knew, more or less, what books were canon. If Old Testament Jews were fine with that, shouldn’t we be too? How do we respond to that?
00:21:47 - Are those who go to Hell likely to eventually go mad from all their suffering?
00:25:38 - In light of the recent story of the man declared brain dead from whom they were harvesting organs, but then the man showed signs of life: how should Catholics consider organ donation?
00:34:03 - Convince us that abortions are evil without using religion.
00:36:50 - Why is the purpose of the uterus disanalogy in the violinist argument successful in refuting it?
00:47:54 - Is 1 Cor 15:29 a good proof for purgatory?
00:54:48 - How do we answer the ethical dilemma: a robber comes to your house and makes you choose a family member for him to kill, or else he will kill your whole family.
00:59:45 - 5-Minute Break
01:07:32 - Why do Catholics have Jesus on the cross instead of just a cross. Also, are tattoos immoral?
01:20:31 - My wife and I were married in a Lutheran church. She is Catholic. She was told by her priest that she is not allowed to take the sacraments. Is this true?
01:33:15 - Often I hear complicated ideas when explaining Catholic doctrines. I find it hard to follow, and imagine others do as well. Do you have to understand these things to be Catholic?
01:48:45 - I’m considering Catholicism. I’m struggling with some Marian doctrines. Is it enough for me to become Catholic to assent to the Church’s doctrines, while not really being sure if I believe in them?
01:52:10 - What is the Catholic view on dispensationalism?
Jimmy Akin explores Luther's decision to exclude these books from the Protestant canon, delving into historical context, Luther's potential motivations, and the...
Jimmy Akin explores Luther's decision to exclude these books from the Protestant canon, delving into historical context, Luther's potential motivations, and the role of the Holy Spirit in shaping the canon.
Full episode: https://youtube.com/live/9sS9ZwFLDd4
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Jimmy Akin explores Luther's decision to exclude these books from the Protestant canon, delving into historical context, Luther's potential motivations, and the role of the Holy Spirit in shaping the canon.
Full episode: https://youtube.com/live/9sS9ZwFLDd4
More Catholic Answers: https://catholic.com
Donate: https://givecatholic.com
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TOPIC: Ask Me Anything: Catholicism
GUEST: Tim Staples
QUESTIONS COVERED:...
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TOPIC: Ask Me Anything: Catholicism
GUEST: Tim Staples
QUESTIONS COVERED:
00:00:00 - Waiting Music
00:02:10 - Introduction
00:09:58 - My wife and I aren't confirmed yet. Does practicing do anything yet since we’re not fully initiated into the Church?
00:27:20 - I’m Jewish. What is the Catholic interpretation of Psalm 110?
00:38:42 - Why can't we have premarital intercourse?
00:52:24 - Why does the show prompt there’s a non-optional requirement to be Catholic? Why does the Church think that it bears any weight in an individual's relationship with God?
00:57:10 - 5-Minute Break
01:03:31 - I’m a Baptist. If I attend a Catholic service why can't I receive communion?
01:19:11 - How do we harmonize intercession of the saints and purgatory?
01:43:05 - It's hard for me to get over the idea of the Eucharist being the body and blood of Jesus as a nondenominational Christian, because I feel like I would deify the wafer. How can I get over this hurdle?
01:53:36 - I was told that some of the saints may be pagan gods and goddesses like St. Brigid. Is this true?
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TOPIC: Ask Me Anything: Catholicism
GUEST: Tim Staples
QUESTIONS COVERED:
00:00:00 - Waiting Music
00:02:10 - Introduction
00:09:58 - My wife and I aren't confirmed yet. Does practicing do anything yet since we’re not fully initiated into the Church?
00:27:20 - I’m Jewish. What is the Catholic interpretation of Psalm 110?
00:38:42 - Why can't we have premarital intercourse?
00:52:24 - Why does the show prompt there’s a non-optional requirement to be Catholic? Why does the Church think that it bears any weight in an individual's relationship with God?
00:57:10 - 5-Minute Break
01:03:31 - I’m a Baptist. If I attend a Catholic service why can't I receive communion?
01:19:11 - How do we harmonize intercession of the saints and purgatory?
01:43:05 - It's hard for me to get over the idea of the Eucharist being the body and blood of Jesus as a nondenominational Christian, because I feel like I would deify the wafer. How can I get over this hurdle?
01:53:36 - I was told that some of the saints may be pagan gods and goddesses like St. Brigid. Is this true?
Jimmy Akin addresses the Pope's statement about all religions leading to God. Jimmy gives the context of the statements and comments on some crucial principles ...
Jimmy Akin addresses the Pope's statement about all religions leading to God. Jimmy gives the context of the statements and comments on some crucial principles to keep in mind while reading about the Pope's words.
Jimmy's Channel: @JimmyAkin
Full episode: https://youtube.com/live/MsVz4GAZL3Y
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Jimmy Akin addresses the Pope's statement about all religions leading to God. Jimmy gives the context of the statements and comments on some crucial principles to keep in mind while reading about the Pope's words.
Jimmy's Channel: @JimmyAkin
Full episode: https://youtube.com/live/MsVz4GAZL3Y
More Catholic Answers: https://catholic.com
Donate: https://givecatholic.com
More Catholic Answers: https://www.catholic.com
Donate: https://www.givecatholic.com
TOPIC: Ask Me Anything
GUEST: Jimmy Akin
QUESTIONS ASKED:
00:00:00 - Wait...
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TOPIC: Ask Me Anything
GUEST: Jimmy Akin
QUESTIONS ASKED:
00:00:00 - Waiting Music
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:03:20 - What advice would you give for starting a college apologetics club?
00:09:07 - Is there Mass in Heaven?
00:14:48 - What is your defense on John Henry Newman's idea of doctrinal development?
00:24:30 - How can I prove against once saved always saved and perseverance of the saints based on scripture?
00:34:01 - How did Thomas receive the gift of the Holy Spirit since he was absent in John 20?
00:40:53 - In the 3rd letter of John, I have read different translations with Church or church. Would the lower-case c translation indicate John talking about a local church not the universal?
00:46:15 - Is snowflake adoption ethical?
00:51:44 - Does the long history of sexual abuse in the church make the church an apostate?
00:55:00 - 5-Minute Break
01:01:13 - Was St. Thomas Aquinas excommunicated? Why?
01:14:22 - What is your opinion on the ethical framework of God asking Abraham to sacrifice his son?
01:24:06 - I heard Jimmy say it is better to exist even if you end up in Hell. How can I compare this to Jesus saying, “The one who betrays me it was better for him not to be born”?
01:34:27 - What is your opinion on Dousing?
01:44:20 - Who did Jacob wrestle within the Old Testament?
01:51:32 - How do blessings work with lay people versus priest?
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TOPIC: Ask Me Anything
GUEST: Jimmy Akin
QUESTIONS ASKED:
00:00:00 - Waiting Music
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:03:20 - What advice would you give for starting a college apologetics club?
00:09:07 - Is there Mass in Heaven?
00:14:48 - What is your defense on John Henry Newman's idea of doctrinal development?
00:24:30 - How can I prove against once saved always saved and perseverance of the saints based on scripture?
00:34:01 - How did Thomas receive the gift of the Holy Spirit since he was absent in John 20?
00:40:53 - In the 3rd letter of John, I have read different translations with Church or church. Would the lower-case c translation indicate John talking about a local church not the universal?
00:46:15 - Is snowflake adoption ethical?
00:51:44 - Does the long history of sexual abuse in the church make the church an apostate?
00:55:00 - 5-Minute Break
01:01:13 - Was St. Thomas Aquinas excommunicated? Why?
01:14:22 - What is your opinion on the ethical framework of God asking Abraham to sacrifice his son?
01:24:06 - I heard Jimmy say it is better to exist even if you end up in Hell. How can I compare this to Jesus saying, “The one who betrays me it was better for him not to be born”?
01:34:27 - What is your opinion on Dousing?
01:44:20 - Who did Jacob wrestle within the Old Testament?
01:51:32 - How do blessings work with lay people versus priest?
A Former Protestant’s Journey to the Catholic Church.
Joshua Charles is one of the rising stars of the Millennial generation. A bestselling author, historian, ...
A Former Protestant’s Journey to the Catholic Church.
Joshua Charles is one of the rising stars of the Millennial generation. A bestselling author, historian, researcher, and international speaker, he is a passionate defender of America’s Founding Principles, Judeo-Christian civilization, and the Catholic faith, to which he converted in 2018. He loves telling, and helping others tell, great stories that communicate great truths.
A Former Protestant’s Journey to the Catholic Church.
Joshua Charles is one of the rising stars of the Millennial generation. A bestselling author, historian, researcher, and international speaker, he is a passionate defender of America’s Founding Principles, Judeo-Christian civilization, and the Catholic faith, to which he converted in 2018. He loves telling, and helping others tell, great stories that communicate great truths.
Sign up for our 2024 conference Learn from Me: The Parables, Sermons, and Conversations of Jesus Christ: https://catholicanswersconference.com
The problem of e...
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The problem of evil--and especially suffering--is often considered the most powerful argument against the existence of an all-powerful all-good, all-loving God. In this dynamic talk, Jimmy Akin draws on his own experiences, philosophical insight, and the teachings of the Church to reveal why God allows suffering and how we can find peace in the midst of it.
This talk was presented at the 2023 Catholic Answers Conference: I Believe in God. To attend this year’s 10th Annual Conference “Learn from Me: The Parables, Sermons, and Conversations of Jesus Christ,”
visit https://catholicanswersconference.com
Sign up for our 2024 conference Learn from Me: The Parables, Sermons, and Conversations of Jesus Christ: https://catholicanswersconference.com
The problem of evil--and especially suffering--is often considered the most powerful argument against the existence of an all-powerful all-good, all-loving God. In this dynamic talk, Jimmy Akin draws on his own experiences, philosophical insight, and the teachings of the Church to reveal why God allows suffering and how we can find peace in the midst of it.
This talk was presented at the 2023 Catholic Answers Conference: I Believe in God. To attend this year’s 10th Annual Conference “Learn from Me: The Parables, Sermons, and Conversations of Jesus Christ,”
visit https://catholicanswersconference.com
More Catholic Answers: https://www.catholic.com
Donate: https://www.givecatholic.com
TOPIC: Family Faith Under Fire
GUEST: Dr. Ray Guarendi
TOPIC: Real Discipleship
GUEST: Fr. Jeff Kirby
A caller asks why Catholics confess their sins to a priest when Jesus already paid the price for our salvation? Tim Staples provides an answer full of bible verses to support the Catholic answer.
Full episode: https://youtu.be/U1i6ZZwGqww
More Catholic Answers: https://catholic.com
Donate: https://givecatholic.com
More Catholic Answers: https://www.catholic.com
Donate: https://www.givecatholic.com
HOUR 1
TOPIC: Ask Me Anything
GUEST: Trent Horn
HOUR 2
TOPIC: Ask Me Anything
GUEST: Tim Staples
QUESTIONS ASKED:
00:00:00 - Waiting Music
00:04:45 - Introduction
00:08:18 - Could we employ some of your arguments against the Evil God Challenge against atheistic naturalism?
00:13:07 - I like the argument against sola scriptura that scripture doesn’t say everything has to be in scripture. But Protestants respond that Old Testament Jews didn’t have a magisterium, yet they still knew, more or less, what books were canon. If Old Testament Jews were fine with that, shouldn’t we be too? How do we respond to that?
00:21:47 - Are those who go to Hell likely to eventually go mad from all their suffering?
00:25:38 - In light of the recent story of the man declared brain dead from whom they were harvesting organs, but then the man showed signs of life: how should Catholics consider organ donation?
00:34:03 - Convince us that abortions are evil without using religion.
00:36:50 - Why is the purpose of the uterus disanalogy in the violinist argument successful in refuting it?
00:47:54 - Is 1 Cor 15:29 a good proof for purgatory?
00:54:48 - How do we answer the ethical dilemma: a robber comes to your house and makes you choose a family member for him to kill, or else he will kill your whole family.
00:59:45 - 5-Minute Break
01:07:32 - Why do Catholics have Jesus on the cross instead of just a cross. Also, are tattoos immoral?
01:20:31 - My wife and I were married in a Lutheran church. She is Catholic. She was told by her priest that she is not allowed to take the sacraments. Is this true?
01:33:15 - Often I hear complicated ideas when explaining Catholic doctrines. I find it hard to follow, and imagine others do as well. Do you have to understand these things to be Catholic?
01:48:45 - I’m considering Catholicism. I’m struggling with some Marian doctrines. Is it enough for me to become Catholic to assent to the Church’s doctrines, while not really being sure if I believe in them?
01:52:10 - What is the Catholic view on dispensationalism?
Jimmy Akin explores Luther's decision to exclude these books from the Protestant canon, delving into historical context, Luther's potential motivations, and the role of the Holy Spirit in shaping the canon.
Full episode: https://youtube.com/live/9sS9ZwFLDd4
More Catholic Answers: https://catholic.com
Donate: https://givecatholic.com
More Catholic Answers: https://www.catholic.com
Donate: https://www.givecatholic.com
TOPIC: Ask Me Anything: Catholicism
GUEST: Tim Staples
QUESTIONS COVERED:
00:00:00 - Waiting Music
00:02:10 - Introduction
00:09:58 - My wife and I aren't confirmed yet. Does practicing do anything yet since we’re not fully initiated into the Church?
00:27:20 - I’m Jewish. What is the Catholic interpretation of Psalm 110?
00:38:42 - Why can't we have premarital intercourse?
00:52:24 - Why does the show prompt there’s a non-optional requirement to be Catholic? Why does the Church think that it bears any weight in an individual's relationship with God?
00:57:10 - 5-Minute Break
01:03:31 - I’m a Baptist. If I attend a Catholic service why can't I receive communion?
01:19:11 - How do we harmonize intercession of the saints and purgatory?
01:43:05 - It's hard for me to get over the idea of the Eucharist being the body and blood of Jesus as a nondenominational Christian, because I feel like I would deify the wafer. How can I get over this hurdle?
01:53:36 - I was told that some of the saints may be pagan gods and goddesses like St. Brigid. Is this true?
Jimmy Akin addresses the Pope's statement about all religions leading to God. Jimmy gives the context of the statements and comments on some crucial principles to keep in mind while reading about the Pope's words.
Jimmy's Channel: @JimmyAkin
Full episode: https://youtube.com/live/MsVz4GAZL3Y
More Catholic Answers: https://catholic.com
Donate: https://givecatholic.com
More Catholic Answers: https://www.catholic.com
Donate: https://www.givecatholic.com
TOPIC: Ask Me Anything
GUEST: Jimmy Akin
QUESTIONS ASKED:
00:00:00 - Waiting Music
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:03:20 - What advice would you give for starting a college apologetics club?
00:09:07 - Is there Mass in Heaven?
00:14:48 - What is your defense on John Henry Newman's idea of doctrinal development?
00:24:30 - How can I prove against once saved always saved and perseverance of the saints based on scripture?
00:34:01 - How did Thomas receive the gift of the Holy Spirit since he was absent in John 20?
00:40:53 - In the 3rd letter of John, I have read different translations with Church or church. Would the lower-case c translation indicate John talking about a local church not the universal?
00:46:15 - Is snowflake adoption ethical?
00:51:44 - Does the long history of sexual abuse in the church make the church an apostate?
00:55:00 - 5-Minute Break
01:01:13 - Was St. Thomas Aquinas excommunicated? Why?
01:14:22 - What is your opinion on the ethical framework of God asking Abraham to sacrifice his son?
01:24:06 - I heard Jimmy say it is better to exist even if you end up in Hell. How can I compare this to Jesus saying, “The one who betrays me it was better for him not to be born”?
01:34:27 - What is your opinion on Dousing?
01:44:20 - Who did Jacob wrestle within the Old Testament?
01:51:32 - How do blessings work with lay people versus priest?
A Former Protestant’s Journey to the Catholic Church.
Joshua Charles is one of the rising stars of the Millennial generation. A bestselling author, historian, researcher, and international speaker, he is a passionate defender of America’s Founding Principles, Judeo-Christian civilization, and the Catholic faith, to which he converted in 2018. He loves telling, and helping others tell, great stories that communicate great truths.
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The problem of evil--and especially suffering--is often considered the most powerful argument against the existence of an all-powerful all-good, all-loving God. In this dynamic talk, Jimmy Akin draws on his own experiences, philosophical insight, and the teachings of the Church to reveal why God allows suffering and how we can find peace in the midst of it.
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There's a white mark on my hand Where I wore our wedding band Had to force myself to lay it down So I put it in my drawer Just can't wear that ring no more I've carried it around for years There's a picture that I've had In my wallet hid in back The one I like, the best of me and you Gonna take it out today And make myself throw it away I've carried it around for years Clean the shelves and sweep the floors Hide things in the back of drawers Take down the curtains that you made Birthday cards and valentines Everything you ever signed Take 'em all and throw 'em all away Clean the shelves and sweep the floors Hide things in the back of drawers Take down the curtains that you made But some things you can't put down Like the way 'I Love You' sounds I'll carry that around for years There's some things you can't put down Like the way 'I Love You' sounds