Catholic Answers Live

“How do I defend the Trinity?” This question leads to a discussion on the eternal subordination of the Son and how to address claims of heresy. Additionally, the episode touches on where the Church Fathers sourced their Hebrew scriptures, the need for ecclesiastical permission in fictional scenarios, and the Catholic perspective on lying.

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Questions Covered:

01:50 – Where did the Church Fathers get their copies of the Hebrew scriptures?

12:00 – How do I best defend the Trinity against someone who calls it heresy specifically in regards to eternal subordination of the son?

21:00 – Would the ghostbusters need ecclesiastical permission to do what they did in the movies?

28:58 – Is it ever ok to lie from the Catholic perspective?

35:40 – When did it become a custom for religious people to change their names?

42:15 – Does Romans 4 (particularly Romans 4:5) conflict with Catholicism’s doctrines faith, works, and a love?

52:45 – What is the church’s position on simulation theory?

“What did Jesus mean by losing your life?” This question opens a discussion on the profound implications of self-sacrifice in faith. The episode also addresses interpretations of the commandment regarding other gods, the Vatican’s stance on supernatural phenomena, and the availability of grace for salvation, showcasing a rich variety of theological insights.

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Questions Covered:

02:55 – What did Jesus mean when he said, “if you lose your life, you will find it” in Mt 16:25?

13:30 – Can we interpret having “no other gods before me” as not having any angels and saints before God’s presence?

24:20 – Do the new norms of the Vatican exploring supernatural phenomena abrogate the belief in Medjugorje?

32:10 – Does Catholic teaching allow us to tell anyone at any time that grace is sufficient for salvation as always available or is it more limited to certain times?

43:15 – What are your thoughts on the three days of darkness?

47:42 – Is the idea that life begins as conception an idea based on Greek philosophy and not an original Christian principle?

“What was the best argument against Catholicism?” This question leads to a discussion on the challenges faced by Catholics, including how to reconcile difficult moments in Church history, such as the Inquisition, and the role of priests in absolution. Additionally, the conversation touches on maintaining faith during tough times, providing a well-rounded exploration of these important topics.

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Questions Covered:

17:10 – What did you think was the best argument against Catholicism when you were protestant?

22:45 – How do we justify bad things in Church history like the inquisition and bad things that popes did?

33:55 – Why can’t priests absolve themselves?

36:25 – In light of Mark 11:24, how can I maintain faith when things are hard?

“How should Catholics respond to aliens?” This intriguing question opens a discussion on faith and the unknown, while also touching on the significance of the Eucharist as both a meal and a sacrifice. Other topics include the historical basis for apostolic succession and the distinction between hyperdulia and a worship of Mary, showcasing a diverse range of theological inquiries.

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Questions Covered:

02:40 – If you found yourself face-to-face with what appeared to be an intelligent being from another planet, how should you respond as a Catholic?

13:38 – Why is the Eucharist not only a meal but also a sacrifice?

20:30 – I’m LDS but am starting to question the Great Apostacy. There doesn’t seem to be a strong historical basis for it. What is the historical evidence for the Catholic claim of apostolic succession?

33:35 – My friend is an evangelical Protestant but he won’t consider Catholicism unless we give him answers about eschatology. He is a dispensationalist.

41:55 – I don’t understand this distinction between hyperdulia and worship of Mary.

46:32 – I saw this video “New Evidence for Early Popes” that talked about how in the early church history would be dated according to who was pope at the time. Is this a good argument for the papacy?

52:05 – I grew up in the Southern Baptist church believing that baptism is just a symbol. I’m starting OCIA soon. It sounds like the Catholic Church is going to accept my baptism as valid. This doesn’t make sense to me because I believed it was just a symbol.

“Why dialogue with non-Christians?” This question opens a discussion on the importance of engaging with those outside the faith, including how to approach Mormons regarding the Trinity despite their unique beliefs. Additional topics include insights on Daniel 2 and its implications for apostasy, as well as the complexities of Mormon theology concerning Jesus on other planets.

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Questions Covered:

02:20 – Why should we dialogue with people who are not Christians as we see them?

09:40 – How do you talk to Mormons about the Trinity if they reject the philosophy of the apostolic fathers or anything outside the bible?

23:25 – What are your thoughts on Daniel 2 and how it can prove or disprove the apostasy?

46:50 – I cant get mormons to answer if there is a Jesus on every planet. Do you know how this works into their understanding and theology?