#12450 Can I Understand Indulgences, Sacrifices, and Vatican II? - Jimmy Akin
“Can I understand indulgences?” This episode dives into the topic of indulgences and their origins, while also addressing a variety of questions such as the reasons behind the cessation of Old Testament sacrifices and the validity of crystal healings. Join us as we explore these intriguing aspects of Catholic faith and practice.
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Questions Covered:
02:42 – I’m recently getting more into apologetics. What can I read to get myself more familiarized with it?
07:15 – If there is a pleasing odor to the lord, why did we stop those sacrifices?
15:11 – I don’t understand Indulgences. Where did they come from?
23:58 – Is there validity in crystal healings?
36:01 – Rev. says 144,000 are only going to heaven. Can you explain what it means?
43:01 – Did the Catholic Church ever try to assassinate Martin Luther?
48:11 – I heard the claim that Vatican II eradicated choir lofts. Where might that idea come from?
52:09 – Should I kneel when I watch adoration on TV?
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#12449 Did Moses Write The Torah? | AMA: Catholicism w/@JimmyAkin - Jimmy Akin
“Did Moses write the Torah?” This episode dives into the authorship of the first five books of the Bible, while also addressing diverse topics such as the morality of self-flagellation among saints, the Catholic understanding of the Greek term Logizomai in Romans 4:5, and the implications of consuming a host that has miraculously transformed.
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Questions Covered:
02:16 – Did Moses write the first five books of the bible?
14:10 – Is self-flagellation self harm? And were saints who did it committing a sin?
24:22 – Regarding the Greek term Logizomai in Romans 4:5. What’s the Catholic understanding of it?
35:56 – Is it wrong to consume a host that has miraculously been turned into actual flesh?
45:20 – I responded to the protestants’ objection to joining Catholicism due to scandal by saying: there will always be bad actors when humans are involved and Jesus founded the Church so Satan will target it. Is this a good response?
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#12448 Can Purgatory Be Empty After All Souls Day? Indulgences and Forgiveness - Karlo Broussard
“Can Purgatory Be Empty After All Souls Day?” This episode explores the implications of plenary indulgences for souls in purgatory, alongside thought-provoking questions about God’s omniscience and the nature of forgiveness. Tune in as we also tackle how to overcome deep-seated hatred and respond to biblical objections regarding purgatory.
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Questions Covered:
08:50 – If purgatory were to be empty after all souls day and I give a Plenary indulgence to the souls in purgatory, where would the indulgences go?
17:36 – If God is all knowing and He forgets our sins at confession, how do we reconcile that?
32:55 – How can you stop hating someone who has hurt your? What if you have tried everything and just can’t do it?
48:40 – The bible says we are perfected in Christ. How do we respond to this objection to purgatory?
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#12447 Proving that Purgatory Exists in ONE MINUTE! AMA Catholicism w/Karlo Broussard - Karlo Broussard
“Proving that Purgatory Exists in ONE MINUTE!” In this episode, we explore the concept of Purgatory and its significance in Catholic belief. Additionally, we tackle questions about the titles of Mediatrix and Co-Redemptrix, how to engage with a 27-year-old agnostic son, and the impact of prayer on the world’s future.
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Questions Covered:
08:34 – How do Catholics understand the titles of Mediatrix and Co-Redemptrix?
16:20 – What’s the elevator pitch for Purgatory?
36:06 – How do you talk to a 27 YO agnostic who happens to be your son?
47:30 – I’ve been praying for the world to get better. Will it actually get better?
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#12446 Did Papal Documents Teach Protestants Go to Hell? - Joe Heschmeyer
“Did papal documents teach Protestants go to hell?” This episode delves into the complexities of Vatican teachings and their implications for Protestant believers. Additionally, we explore the latest Vatican document and its significance, as well as the biblical meaning of Israel in Hosea 3:4-5, providing a comprehensive look at these important topics.
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Questions Covered:
06:45 – Did papal documents like Unam Sanctam teach holy protestant men go to hell?
16:43 – Can you clarify what the new Vatican document says?
33:38 – What does the bible mean when it mentions Israel in Hosea 3:4-5