Do All Good People go to Heaven?

Good people go to heaven when they die, right?
Well, according to the Gospels, not exactly. Fr. Mike Schmitz points to at least four things Christ says we need for salvation:
1. Baptism (John 3)
2. The Eucharist (John 6)
3. Faith (Romans 10:9)
4. Doing the Father’s will (Matthew 25:31-46)
None of them are “be a good person”; and it’s probably better that way because, especially today, everyone has a different idea of what is good.
Christ has given us everything we need to achieve salvation.
He wants us all to be at his wedding feast, including you; but unless you do what is necessary to get to the wedding, you won’t be there.
Considering what Fr. Mike is saying, these words of Christ make much more sense:
“Enter by the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the way is easy, that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard, that leads to life, and those who find it are few” (Matthew 7:13-14).
Fr. Mike also quotes the Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraph 847. Below is the paragraph in full:
"This affirmation is not aimed at those who, through no fault of their own, do not know Christ and his Church:
Those who, through no fault of their own, do not know the Gospel of Christ or his Church, but who nevertheless seek God with a sincere heart, and, moved by grace, try in their actions to do his will as they know it through the dictates of their conscience - those too may achieve eternal salvation."
Check out Fr. Mike’s newest project, Quick Catholic Lessons with Fr. Mike (bit.ly/2PmpYzw), a feature-packed teacher’s guide designed to accompany Fr. Mike’s most popular videos, presented on a convenient DVD. Teachers, catechists, and youth ministers can supplement USCCB curriculum, prompt small-group discussion, and answer students’ questions easily and powerfully with this teacher’s guide and DVD.
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YOU: Life, Love, and the Theology of the Body (bit.ly/2raspVB)
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I will. Much love.❤️

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3 our fathers said for your son's health and also spiritual protection. 🙏

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I will pray the rosary for your precious son

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thank you

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@@lunasol1244 You're so very welcome. The honor is mine. Thank You! 🙏✝️

[@josephchapman9575]

Oh my Jesus, lead all souls to Heaven, especially those most in need of thy mercy

[@mojo7495]

Obviously, the REAL Jesus does not lead all souls to heaven, nor does he intend to. So you are praying to "another jesus" per 2 Cor 11:4 who, by the way, will never save you.

[@cindyfentress6594]

He leads all souls, but not all souls will follow his lead.

[@vivianh1138]

@Joseph Chapman, Amen.😊

[@ImpalerVlad]

“For narrow is the gate, and straitened the way, that leadeth unto life, and few be they that find it.” ~ Matthew 7:14

[@risingdawn5788]

Who's most in need of the mercy of God?

[@ryanpetner1030]

My neighbor (who I consider to be my grandmother) is in the hospital for something with her heart. If anyone could pray for her, that would be great! God bless.

[@jeanettekorzenko4958]

I will.

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Absolutely

[@vincentbitar354]

Of course

[@ryanpetner1030]

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@@ryanpetner1030 That is God's will. May you have a blessed Christmas. I will continue to keep both you and her in my prayers 🙏❤️✝️🤗

[@Alex.the.humble]

I remember staying up until 4am watching all these videos, now I’ve been baptized for a year and I wouldn’t change it for the world.

[@frogwiz9055]

Doesn't mean you're saved! Please watch Paul Washer. It'll change your whole heart! God bless you

[@summerof0418]

@@frogwiz9055 he might mean baptized by the spirit

[@iBuzzinga]

That great because you weren't made for the world, you were made for greatness. - Benedict XVI

[@frogwiz9055]

@@summerof0418 Catholics don't believe in that

[@lois2997]

Welcome home

[@rdc8089]

The Lord never says, "I do not love you" to the sinner, He says "I do not know you" ... relationship is absolutely KEY.

[@iteratedofficial]

Powerful.

[@marietheresa7866]

Robert, Beautifully put ! THANQ so much.

[@natanaellizama6559]

So his love is conditional. What heresy!

[@rdc8089]

@@natanaellizama6559 not heresy in the least. Christ laid down many conditions for entering the kingdom. Doesn't mean he loves less, just that part of "knowing" Our Lord is following what he teaches ... doing the Father's will, repenting from sin, being prepared for his coming, etc. He's very clear in Scripture on this. And in Scripture he never says "I do not love you" but he does offer conditions in which he will say, "I do not know you." (parable of the ten virgins, parable of the wedding feast) ... He makes us free to condition our response (our relationship) to his unconditional love.

[@grannysan_tgm1260]

He loves his children

[@credo3640]

“He who prays often has reason for hope. He who prays little is in great danger. And he who doesn’t pray is lost “ St Pio

[@christopherdthomas1]

@Joshua Ambassador of Christ I understood "little" as used by Credo to mean not very often.

[@terrycaldwell7222]

Make a habit of praying for your soul and others.

[@walterromanoff2953]

@Gerry Hagen was it Billy Gram Charles Stanley or Joseph Prince

[@walterromanoff2953]

@Gerry Hagen I was a Catholic 30 years Walked into a revival church meeting and got saved Had no knowledge of the Bible or of god or of the Catholic religion I accepted Jesus as my lord and savior I got born again a spiritual transformation Over time I learned the Bible and spent time with many Christians Love Billy Gram or Charles Stanley or Joseph Prince evangelicals who teach the word of God I am a follower of Jesus Gods son who died on the cross so I could end up in heaven

[@divinemercy3740]

Great saint and man of God.

[@joebartholomew82]

I'm a Bible Christian and love my Catholic brothers and sisters in Christ. May we stand united together in our Lord Jesus.

[@BibleNutter]

What is a non bible christian?

[@conor2329]

@@BibleNutter a Catholic

[@r.s.5945]

@@conor2329 🤫🤫🤫

[@chrissonofpear1384]

How many varieties are there? Also, why could demons reach Earth?

[@r.s.5945]

@@chrissonofpear1384 Just read the bible

[@dannineharkins1667]

Thank you so much! I'm 53 years old. You are never to old to invited to God. I am blessed by your messages. This one gets to heart of the matter. The heart of my matter.

[@FRJMJ]

Please pray for my dad Rashid Masih... He is fighting bladder cancer.. He will win by God's grace and defeat Cancer. It will become a testimony for me. Amen

[@asdfghjk8876]

Hey, I will pray for your dad!

[@veronicadeng4558]

I will pray for him

[@MrSharkster59]

I will pray for your father's health Farhan. God bless you and your family!

[@briancomley8210]

If he lives, it wont be because of a god that gave him cancer in the first place.

[@SaintCharbelMiracleworker]

​@@briancomley8210 Wow, what a callous thing to say. Didn't your parents teach you good manners? Indeed you are a miserable, sad and pathetic person.

[@iandavis8838]

I was really depressed in lockdown but this video touched me. I was ready to give up faith but I'm on my feet again

[@zoetaylor9191]

Praying for you

[@user-ji8zr2fv4t]

Me either, I'm 150% healed !

[@kylep3759]

If this were a Catholic priest he would’ve touched you too

[@joanlynch5271]

Faith is tough to maintain.

[@summerof0418]

For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that is to be revealed to us. Romans 8:23 NASB

[@L1V2P9]

For everyone who posts hurtful comments about either Catholics and Protestants on this forum, I invite you to go to John 13:34 and remember to "Love one another as I have loved you."

[@els7362]

It IS loving to tell people when they are on the wide road !!!

[@markgifford5241]

One holy Catholic apostolic church, the truth. Truth is the truth, none of this I' m okay, your okay," watered down current political correctness.

[@billy-ol2cd]

If you think lying to some is loving them I'm sorry but in my opinion your wrong

[@user-cl6uj5bn2f]

Amen Randall. I agree. There is a charitable way to tell the truth, like what Fr. Mike is doing in this video. Those who use insults in the name of defending the Faith are hyppocrites and need to read Matthew Ch 7 3:5.

[@Dah_J]

Randall M. Last time I checked, informing people of what the Bible actually says is very loving.

[@mariaolgarodriguez997]

Thank you so much Fr. You have helped me so much in my grieving. My husband of 44 years was called home a year ago and I felt so lost and alone. Listening to many of your podcasts and bible in a year including the retreat has helped me so much. Thank you and God bless you 🙏 ❤

[@leejennifercorlewayres9193]

I'm so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. 🕊️🙏🌷

[@joanlynch5271]

None of our lives are guaranteed 💞. Rest in peace and love.

[@EstebanAlvarez-Tostado]

I’m sorry for your loss and I hope that you are doing well.

[@JDeF.39]

🙏 I pray for all the parents, all the children, all who have fallen away from the True Faith. May God bring us ALL to Him, thru His graces! Amen.🙏

[@carlosdelgado8119]

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[@martinhavlicek7792]

It doesnt seem he wants that. I, for examle, try to seek him with open mind. But all I find is just more evidence of his non-existence. If he doesnt exist, not only does he not try to coinvince me of his existence, he sends me to ethernal suffering for something I cant affect. So I wouldnt be his slave anyway. I do not wish to end up with him anymore.

[@carlosdelgado8119]

Martin Havlíček “If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first.” - Jesus, John 15:18 Hello Martin, God loves you, He cares for you and He thinks that you are so worthy, that He died on a cross for you. He did this so that you may live with Him forever. Following Jesus is not easy, but is worth it. God loves you so much, that I, his servant and son, is here to tell you that He cares for you! Read his word, and invite Him u to your heart. I am here for you, as your friend.

[@noahwaters2707]

@@martinhavlicek7792 "no evidence' is most likely all you'll perceive.. in this life anyway.

[@martinhavlicek7792]

@@carlosdelgado8119 I appreciate your friendliness, but your reason is suppressed by emotions. Biblical far from all-loving. And if you don't believe there is even a tiny chance of God's nonexistance, then there is no point and furthur continuing this duscussion. Peace, mate

[@spidernymph8964]

Lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. Edit: this is like the most likes I've ever gotten, thanks guys.

[@ingridayarza]

Amén!

[@reneerunyan3583]

🙏🏻 Amen

[@clarkstrange2142]

Amen!

[@spidernymph8964]

@Alan Frias Lol thanks. xD

[@RapidCycling07]

Amen fellow Soldier of Our Lord, God and Savior Jesus Christ the King of Heaven and the Universe! Dominus Vobiscum! ☦️

[@keisersoze5608]

I miss church. Just making a effort to get back to the father.

[@quintonmccoy2128]

You will feel great going back to church trust me.

[@chigo999]

never give up! Always strive, you'll get there

[@katkat2340]

Once I made a confession I missed mass and that Priest told me , never miss mass. It’s a grace , but now I go always except for serious reason. It was a miracle , I believe . I will pray for you to receive the same conviction. God please help Keizer to want to go to mass and never miss, In Jesus name🙏🏽 Now you pass it along to someone else. 😇

[@Onlinesully]

Keiser Soze Just go to church then and you won't miss it anymore right ? Sounds like an easy problem to fix.

[@majesticmundanity]

So, I read this and thought “yeah, me too.” Before realizing that you weren’t talking about not being able to go to mass physically due to quarantine.

[@chrisgunn9674]

“If the Mom of the good thief could hope that her boy could make it to Heaven, then you Moms & Dads should have hope for your children”. So beautiful, and true. After praying for 5 years that my granddaughter would be baptized, i just found out that she and her sister will both be baptized into the Catholic Church during this coming Easter Vigil. Thanks be to God

[@evansweik4127]

I’m 17 years old and I absolutely do believe in god and goes to church

[@victoriafuentes3876]

*God

[@thomasbreakfast6405]

Sorry. Addendum. How dare you..

[@chrisbennett3290]

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16

[@thomasbreakfast6405]

@@chrisbennett3290 I totally agree. I actually read the bible. And I really do believe Christ is the only path toward salvation. He is definitely returning soon, because I'm pretty sure it is the end of the world. I keep having these Heironymus Bosch torture nightmares. I also had a medical procedure where they removed my prefrontal cortex.

[@slft47]

@@thomasbreakfast6405 faith alone does not save... jesus has allready shown us how to be saved

[@jesusfan8504]

The Afterlife is real and Jesus's love and light for us is REAL indeed...

[@slft47]

99% of all christians wont ascend

[@SondraRankin]

"There's no one that God doesn't want..." Love that!

[@trumppence3834]

Too bad it's not true: All their wickedness is in Gilgal: for there I hated them: for the wickedness of their doings I will drive them out of mine house, I will love them no more: all their princes are revolters. Hosea 9:15

[@johnwassmer2335]

That is a fantasy. Scripture is quite clear who God welcomes into heaven.

[@trumppence3834]

@@johnwassmer2335 Yes, those who put their faith in Jesus Christ.

[@noahgaming8833]

@@trumppence3834 but Jesus also accepted sinful people as his apostles, people who would have been judged for their deeds. Paul himself was a murderer, but Jesus let him become one of his apostles, so you don’t have the right to judge someone.

[@trumppence3834]

@@noahgaming8833 The grace of God is available to all those who believe, but some people push it so far and anger God so much that He permanently rejects them, making them unable to believe.

[@43warriormode98]

My son Elijah ...passed 9+7+15...Last night God led me to you ...this morning this was on my utube answering my cries and prayers of the last seven years 🔥God bless you 🙏 thank you Father for the answer Amen 🙏

[@marilynmccormick3731]

There is no greater, gut wretching, long lasting, sorrow and pain! I lost my oldest son twenty years ago and this year just before Thanksgiving, our middle son died. It takes a long time to find your joy again but it is possible, if you allow God to comfort you and bring you peace. I have all this to work through again, but I know it's possible. God works through many people to reach us and give us peace while we remember our sons and our love for them.

[@43warriormode98]

@@marilynmccormick3731 yes ...I too have actually 2 sons and my husband in heaven.....GODS PEACE ...ITS ALL GOD ..GOD BLESS YOU I KNOW WE WALK THE MOST DIFFICULT JOURNEY A SOUL WILL EVER ENCOUNTER....🤍🙏

[@ammcroft]

Kept tearing up and saying, "okay," during this...Very needed and beautiful father. Thank you!!

[@ricardorivera1199]

Amy King Please don’t call him father We have a father in Heaven

[@ricardorivera1199]

Why call him father if you can call him priest Father or father it doesn’t matter What if your not typing and just speak it. It’s still father....

[@ricardorivera1199]

No it’s my dad and not my father and that’s different from calling someone father and your biologically my father in this earth. The only reason we have parents is to see how much we love them to obey. Of course put God first always but father The Bible says not to call no on father because we have a father in Heaven

[@carolynsweet4019]

Ricardo Rivera please stop. You know what your doing.

[@logankuerbitz8864]

I may not be Catholic, but what you speak is the truth. God bless you and all others.

[@beckylangley4833]

I'm not Catholic either but I like a lot of of what he says

[@chrissonofpear1384]

But why can demons reach Earth?

[@johnwick1064]

chris sonofpear1 god kick them out of his kingdom and the only place they could possibly go is earth 🌎

[@sideless6706]

@@chrissonofpear1384 God gives them permission. It is complicated but the simplest way to explain it is. God allows the demons to tempt us so that we will grow stronger spiritually by turning to God and away from the temptation. Remember God allowed Satan to tempt Jesus in the desert and on the Cross.

[@myopenmind527]

Logan Kuerbitz how do you know?

[@SarahBonney]

"Lord, please break my heart for the things that break yours." If this makes me sad, I can't imagine how sad it makes you.

[@kennethbeltran8000]

There’s only ultimately ONE thing that would break His Heart.... To reject His offer of Grace that He paid at Calvary To win your freedom. You see, unbelief is the ONLY sin that God cannot cover. If you believe, all other sins are covered by Him at Calvary. Join me in thanking Him for making it so easy for us. While it cost Him do dearly...

[@kerrypavitt9660]

@Blah Blah Blah agreed. So beautiful.

[@BronxCat]

Good one...awesome saying...im using it

[@chrissonofpear1384]

@Warrior for Jesus Christ So, why was slavery and anti Semitism so none prone to hearbreaking, for several centuries, if I may inquire? And what becomes of Jews, Kenneth Beltran?

[@oneman4412]

I love this Fr Mike, I will add that St. John of the cross said at the evening of life we will be judged on love alone. Having genuine love and compassion in one’s heart for others and God is key.

[@Littlemermaid17]

This is truly a classic Ascension Presents video - it’s such an important message. Pray for conversions everywhere!

[@derekhalford187]

This word brings to mind Luke 9 verse 23: Then Jesus said to all of them, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow Me. Everyday we need to choose to follow/surrender to the Lord, which is not easy, but He covers us with His Grace and Mercy. Psalm25 v10 says: All the paths of the LORD are mercy and truth, To such as keep His covenant and His testimonies. Let's follow Him!

[@ElGatoPardo693]

Luje Skywalker?

[@inqusrs]

he also said "no one gets to the father except thru me (Jesus)

[@8265]

Only IF you’re Christian

[@littleboots9800]

Anyone who reaches heaven, reaches it through Christ, even if they never heard of him.

[@sagabeard]

@@8265 no it's for every person on this Earth

[@DanielLeaf]

NateoKat no you don’t have to be Christian. You just have to accept Jesus Christ as your lord and savior.

[@saidzueke4782]

@@fergusmcclintock8842 in the Orthodox church we have it also

[@teenytinytompkins9953]

I listen back to this often and think about it a lot thank you for sharing and opening our hearts and minds to hard truth ❤️ bless you Father Mike

[@krokeman]

Been praying whole night to release me from this world, and in the morning I've found your video... Thanks!

[@carlosdelgado8119]

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[@Nick-cb2ht]

Don’t give up..give life another chance. I did years ago and I’m glad I did! When I transitioned from agnostic to Christian, I asked myself these things: The first place to start would be to ask did Jesus exist? Yes, there are non Christian and Christian sources to suggest so. There is Josephus flavius who wrote about Jesus in the first century. Did Jesus die on the cross? Yes, the historical consensus confirms this according to scholars. It was 33-36 ad. When people follow God, we are not following blindly but we are following Him based on the evidence that we can access today such as the example I just said. Of course the faith is not just about evidence and there are other aspects too but it is good to get ground before exploring further. Now that we know He exists, what about His divinity? Is He who He said He is? One example is to look at scientific carbon dating. Yes, science helps a little. Jesus was historically born 1AD approx. according to scholars. There is a short passage in the bible you should read which was written in the 5th century bc respectively. This passage is part of the book of Isaiah. Scholars found a scroll in the Middle East which is the great Isaiah scroll. This is not the original isaiah scroll but it is in amazing condition and all the chapters are in tact. It is in Israel today in a museum. This particular scroll according to carbon dating and palaeography this scroll dates back 100 or 200 years before Jesus was born and has prophecies about Him. One prophecy in Isaiah describes His crucifixion and nature: Isaiah 53:5 53 Who has believed our message and to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed? 2 He grew up before him like a tender shoot, and like a root out of dry ground. He had no beauty or majesty to attract us to him, nothing in his appearance that we should desire him. 3 He was despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering, and familiar with pain. Like one from whom people hide their faces he was despised, and we held him in low esteem. 4 Surely he took up our pain and bore our suffering, yet we considered him punished by God, stricken by him, and afflicted. 5 But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed. 6 We all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to our own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. 7 He was oppressed and afflicted, yet he did not open his mouth; he was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before its shearers is silent, so he did not open his mouth. 8 By oppression[a] and judgment he was taken away. Yet who of his generation protested? For he was cut off from the land of the living; for the transgression of my people he was punished.[b] 9 He was assigned a grave with the wicked, and with the rich in his death, though he had done no violence, nor was any deceit in his mouth. 10 Yet it was the Lord’s will to crush him and cause him to suffer, and though the Lord makes[c] his life an offering for sin, he will see his offspring and prolong his days, and the will of the Lord will prosper in his hand. 11 After he has suffered, he will see the light of life[d] and be satisfied[e]; by his knowledge[f] my righteous servant will justify many, and he will bear their iniquities. 12 Therefore I will give him a portion among the great,[g] and he will divide the spoils with the strong,[h] because he poured out his life unto death, and was numbered with the transgressors. For he bore the sin of many, and made intercession for the transgressors.

[@jd6154]

Don't Give Up 💓

[@SonicSnakeRecords]

@hajosarmandio-liviu7020 Cut the babble. Be Roman Catholic, that's all.

[@QueenJess2k05]

As a teen, I like watching you explain these certain things. I was going to get confirmed this year but with everything going on that has been put on hold. My teacher from my confirmation classes would play your videos.

[@Shmapn]

God bless you Fr Mike! You're in close running for my favorite youtube priest. It is clear you are a faithful and trustworthy shepherd by not shying away from church teaching on perhaps the most difficult subject today. Many shy away from these difficult truths.

[@Themaneman464]

I love the honesty you are not afraid to give. This gives me faith in the Catholic Church to truly lead me. Thank you.

[@shahjr8227]

Hey I’m only 9 but I believe in god and trust him and love ❤️ him is that good for me and my age

[@MrKev1664]

It very good. the trick is now to follow his teaching do as he asks we love by helping others God bless you

[@staunchy7143]

Of course. Don't let anyone tell you it's not good. Sainthood starts at Childhood, so stay strong in the Faith and the Church. God Bless you young one and Ave Maria.

[@keepthetorah3613]

Amen!! God bless you in JESUS NAME!!❤️❤️😍😍💕💕

[@jamarrionjimmerson8233]

Yes it dont matter what age your are

[@chrissonofpear1384]

@@keepthetorah3613 So, why was Satan owed anything, again... and why did he keep any powers, post exile?

[@lordbadumusic]

I am a Pentecostal and evangelism is a very vital part in our belief system and this priest has really helped me understand true Catholicism more...though we are Protestants, under Christ we are one. Thank you for this, this is great.

[@kristophstjames4143]

Not if it's a different Christ - if you worship idols and Mary and throw Jesus in there too - you don't know Jesus, He's the way - and the ONLY way. If he's not, then it's a different Jesus.

[@joepickett7084]

@@kristophstjames4143 Kris, evidently someone has told you we worship idols, we do not. Do you have a picture of your loved one? By looking at it, do you worship it? The statues put a picture of the person we are praying to in our minds and help us focus. Catholics venerate Mary because she is Jesus's Mom, He loved her and gave her special graces which we appreciate and ask (pray) to her for help. She caused Jesus' first miracle, all she had to say was "Listen to Him". That's all she has ever said, and we ask her to go to her son, and help us. She has special ability, and the prayers of a righteous person have special powers with God. You should call into Catholic Answers Live in your area on radio or online, they explain this beautifully and charitably, and they were mostly all Protestants until they researched Church history and studied what Catholicism teaches.

[@philomenakan1758]

Hope, strive.

[@rickhutcheson6170]

@@joepickett7084 I'm sorry Joe, but you just negated your response when you said a statue puts a picture of the one you are praying TO (emphasis added) ... That is the very definition of idol worship - praying to one other than the triune God. I trust that is not really what you meant to say. One other point, any religion that puts a 'formula' to salvation is not the same as the traditional mainline protestant denominations. Fortunately, this very good Catholic apologist gave the Churches' true position when he said the "Bible and the Church" teaches. It seems the Catholic Church teaches works man must do for salvation (baptism, Eucharist, etc.) The Bible doesn't teach this - it teaches faith alone. That is the difference between Catholicism and Protestantism. Just so you know, there is no doubt in my mind that I will get to discuss this, and many other points of diverging doctrines, with a multitude of born-again Catholics when I am called home by my Savior and join them in Heaven. God bless.

[@frannyleyden7988]

@@rickhutcheson6170 Catholics pray for Mary's intercession.

[@mikedginter]

This is a hard teaching, but it needs to be heard. Thank you!

[@ARhere]

I am a Methodist Seminarian and I LOVE hearing God speak through you. Thank you for your teachings.

[@NineJuanJuan_]

“Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” ‭‭John‬ ‭14:6‬

[@markbrandon7359]

Exactly so why is it that all but one religion worship Jesus as God and not his Father? because of John 1:1 when there are 100's of scriptures like the one you quoted to dispute that. And the fact that as a matter of history king James re wrote much of his VERSION (not translation) to appease the masses

[@robertspino521]

thats true but thats not the issue here. the issue is do nice people go to heaven and some do. but many dont.

[@CPATuttle]

It doesn’t mean what you think it does. Read more

[@bl5533]

Amen 🙏

[@ggbomb9079]

Which also means being born again, being born again with salvation in Christ through grace not by means of baptism…

[@onewhitestone]

Big problem is, people look at God as another human. They think that He would think and act like us. He is not human and He does not think or act like us. His ways are much higher than ours. We cannot think that the Creator of the Universe is just like us. The whole verse is, “Enter in through the narrow gate! Because the gate is wide - and the way is broad - that leads to destruction, and there are many who enter in through it. 14“Because the gate is narrow and the way is hard pressed which leads to life, and there are few who find it.

[@elionjonotan9075]

Theres nothing wrong with the desire for communion with a creator who can comprehend the thought process of his creation. But I get it and agree. He is higher and thinks differently. Its truth

[@rfly05]

This is why we are called to "fix our eyes on Jesus," who is "the image of the invisible God."

[@freddyj5845]

But he is human. He became human through Mary and the Holy Spirit.

[@anakinuchiauzamaki3441]

Exactly tho we were made in his image he not one of us and we can’t comprehend how hard his job is

[@shanicesolomon9293]

@@anakinuchiauzamaki3441 It not hard though. But once I use to think that but I realize it's not True. God does so much things at the same time yet the bible states he doesn't get tired, he doesn't sleep and his burden is light (everything is easy for him), that's why he is God. To us it seems hard cause we are only humans.

[@emerald77angel51]

Thank you pastor,this is an awesome salvation message, I pray all who hear this message will be saved,turn sway for your sin in Jesus name

[@CanyonClark-k2p]

🙏🏻I PRAY EVERY DAY✝️THAT THE WHOLE WORLD✝️WILL BE SAVED🙏🏻HEALED AND DELIVERED🙏🏻

[@patrickharkin6936]

Please pray for my old stepdad Sean McCary who unexpectedly died and was found on Sunday 🙏

[@mountainofthunder92]

I’m sorry for your loss. My condolences

[@thelouisfanclub]

Eternal rest give onto him o lord and let the perpetual light shine upon him, may he rest in peace. Amen

[@mylovesongs2429]

My sincere condolences.

[@preciousjvzooandclickbank3797]

@CodingCrusader1095 He didn't give Peter any key,please try to understand Matthew 16 again

[@Mary-momof8]

I have been struggling with this. It smacks you in the face when you finally realize YOU have to be accountable for YOU and your decisions in life.

[@anmariehaller9085]

You can be set free from all your mistakes etc, accept Jesus as Saviour, and ask Him to forgive you.

[@bettyjmj]

Jesus is merciful !

[@nathantaylor5939]

I fell away from God years ago. I came down with an anxiety disorder which pulled me even further away from God. I have a long story that I'd like to talk about but don't want to make this too long. I just a few days ago came back to Christ. After watching this video I wept. It touched my heart and has brought me even closer to God. Thank you so much.

[@chrissonofpear1384]

And how did you know which spirit was talking to you, if I may inquire, @Nathan Taylor ?

[@nathandiaz8146]

YOU HAVE MY NAME :D

[@jaytea4390]

Welcome back brother, praying for you

[@pop3stealth97]

God bless you!!

[@chrisbennett3290]

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16

[@prohero22]

Thank you Father Mike for your discipleship. You have made a huge change in my family’s lives. God Bless!

[@theneuroticcounselor2947]

Great talk, as always. Sometimes I struggle with the idea that we are brought into existence (not by our choosing), born with the stain of original sin with a propensity to do evil, and that we live a finite life in which our eternal salvation hangs in the balance, acknowledging we are given the graces necessary for salvation, yet also recognizing that the likelihood for us to live a good life is very slim (since most choose the wide, easy path). It is difficult for me to reconcile how God, who knows the future, could bring so many people into existence (allowing for free will) but ultimately knowing that it would be better for people to have never been born, than to choose the wide path, which most people do.

[@tvhead7074]

Nailed it

[@louisemc1739]

God loves us and wants us to have life and love life. By loving him. He gives us that opportunity when he creates us.

[@ev_green_]

You can email fr. Spitzer these questions.He gives REALLy thorough answers,he answers them in this show ... you can watch a lot of his videos here on youtube....ewtn also has catholic answers channel

[@matheusl.5509]

You took the words of my mouth.

[@Laotzu.Goldbug]

Because Christianity is one narrow low resolution of the cosmic truth watered down and repackage for mass consumption. It can serve as a good template for generalized moral control for those who don't think too deeply, or lack the courage to accept that existence may not actually be amenable to their sensitivities or make them feel good, but not really much beyond that. Admittedly, the overwhelming majority of humanity fits into that first category, so it's not the worst social system in the world, but obviously it runs up against its limits

[@joannaczternastek1125]

Your videos on you tube have saved my life, you’ll never know how or why I suspect but in the darkest times of my life when I thought all was done your words were there - I’m now a year on after sobriety from prescription medication (something millions of people are suffering from) and I’m happy, healthy and living a good Christian life - I was an addict (doctors prescribed me drugs that took a grip on me) and in my darkest days through withdrawal you gave me strength, you don’t know me but I’m you saved my life, I watched you talk and I drew from your strength , thank you x

[@TSeeker1]

So sad your strength comes from a man (sinner) and you do not give the glory to Jesus Christ for delivering you. No human has that power... All glory goes to God!! He will not share His glory with His creation.

[@EL-SHADDAI-ELOHIM]

JESUS IS OUR SAVIOR PLEASE UNDERSTAND THAT THE CATHOLIC CULT IS A HOAX ... ITS NOTHING BUT A SATANIC CULT .... PUT YOUR TRUST AND FAITH IN OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST.

[@silvertop3356]

@@TSeeker1 So sad that there seems to be judging of this person. Yes, of course glory goes to Jesus Christ, but let's encourage and pray for one another instead. Each of us is imperfect and in need of Jesus. We can also thank someone for being used by Jesus, and I believe that's what @Joanna C, was doing. God bless.

[@DarkAngel-cj6sx]

Glory to God, keep listening to his servants like Father Mike S. Keep going and I am happy for you

[@DarkAngel-cj6sx]

@@TSeeker1 She is new to the family so be gentle. God uses everyone to call His people and you know that. She didn't mean to say how it sounds.

[@ruthmaryrose]

Thank you for not pulling your punches. As an old commercial said, “You only go around once in life.” We’ve only got one chance to do it right and can’t change anything later. You don’t help anyone by candy coating the truth. “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.”

[@bodenore]

Very true! These days, people would love to hear that God loves them enough to accept how they do things, but the truth is that we should love Christ enough to love what he commands. That Christ loves us is not in doubt, of course that's why he gve his life, at least we should demonstrate that we love him by obeying his commandments

[@markbolthouse4483]

I love this video, and brother Mike. I am a Christian, but not a catholic. I appreciate everything Frier Mike said. I have a number of children who seem to have fallen away from the faith. I would love for all of them to see this and ponder what was said. I pray for them daily in the hope that they would once again strive to regain their daily walk with God. Thank you for your work in putting this out there to share and encourage all to strive to find the narrow way. Amen.

[@Songbhird]

Thank you so much for this father i needed to hear it may God Bless you 🙏🙏🙏

[@gospel1986]

Catholic church is not from God. Please pray to Jesus to lead You to the Father and let him give You the Holy Spirit and then use the Voice of the Holy Spirit and bible to Lead You to salvation and ready for the The 2nd coming of Jesus Christ.

[@DaMangChase]

Matthew 23:9 KJV [9] And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven.

[@tylerpierce2041]

Chase Waterbottle Apparently you don’t understand the dialect that Christ was speaking in when he was saying that. I see you also can’t understand that the Bible you read was actually compiled and put together by the Orthodox Church so your whole argument is invalid.

[@naterpotater7739]

@@tylerpierce2041 Are you Catholic, perhaps?

[@tylerpierce2041]

TomFoolery Orthodox Christian

[@walterromanoff2953]

We are all sinners We can’t be good enough without Jesus and the grace of god I got saved at an alter call without doing any Catholic works.I just accepted Jesus as my lord and savior

[@thomaspalmieri6038]

But you will be judged by your works, for God 'will render to every man according to his deeds, to them who by patient continuance in well doing seek for glory and honor and immortality, eternal life' (Rom 2:6-7). These are the Catholic works.

[@walterromanoff2953]

@@thomaspalmieri6038 So Thomas you believe you have to work to get saved. You must do certain works because I got saved I went to a tent revival meeting I was Catholic had no knowledge of bible or my religion.Went to church as a favor to my mom I did an alter call got prayed on slain in the spirit and born again all in one second I had a spiritual transformation I saw things in a new way I started reading the Bible I was healed of depression and sorry I didn’t have to work for it I was saved and then I may have done works

[@chrissonofpear1384]

@@walterromanoff2953 Why did you get saved, and many others didn't, and why is it almost pot luck what VERSION of the bible, or theology, or Christology, they end up with...

[@christianandhuman1008]

Beautiful. I'm on the right path, but I worry for those around me. Keep being a good son, and leave it to Dad

[@jovitorata]

THANKS FOR THE MESSAGE FR. MIKE.. PRAYING FOR YOU..

[@retro7730]

I'm hoping for everyone to be saved!

[@creedy8612]

Thank you Fr. Mike for teaching the truth and not watering down the faith. God bless you.

[@brettneville2351]

@Cassandra Garcia The Truth is the Divine Person, Jesus Christ. Are you saying Fr. Mike doesn't know Jesus? Only God can judge a man's heart.

[@onelife2live972]

Someone said, Jesus did not come to make bad men good, but rather to make dead men alive! Thank you Jesus!

[@chrisbennett3290]

Amen!!

[@slft47]

Jesus did come to turn bad men into good, and yes jesus also did raise the dead, dont be mistaken

[@onelife2live972]

@@slft47 you're missing the point, "none are good no not one", God sees the good only because of Christ's righteousness if fallen men have Him as their Lord. Jesus even said none are good but God. Jesus makes us all alive and by having relationship in him we are raised from the dead and will have eternal life.

[@slft47]

@@onelife2live972 lol are you even christian? Where in the bible does it say having a relationship with god grants salvation☠️yes we all have original sin and earthly sin because we are all sinners, but jesus himself has established the new covenant which was made for us to consume his blood and through that is what grants us salvation, having a relationship with god is non biblical and is a teaching of man, specifically a teaching of catholocism

[@onelife2live972]

@@slft47 umm, yep fully Christian ✝️! Repentance and faith alone in Christ equals right standing with God. Not sure what you're getting wrapped around the axle on? Enjoy your day.

[@simibignall5688]

This is such an important video. It should be mandatory watching for all humans. Thanks Fr. Mike and God bless you.

[@jamesmartello1]

Pray, Hope, and don't worry.

[@credo3640]

Love St. Pio

[@christopherdthomas1]

@Fransz Broker You say "Scripture, as we have seen, shows that no human being except Jesus Christ has ever entered heaven, and that means so today". But, my friend, did not Jesus say to the good thief on the cross "This day you will be with me in paradise" ??

[@dudeman9803]

This priest is one of the kindest people I’ve ever heard god bless u sir

[@feletipula_JCIL]

the idol worshiper you call a priest is the same as witch doctor. yes he worships statues just like the witches do and just like the pope they both worship statues just like witches. Witches also use statues of mary, crosses and rosaries while they pray to spirits to appear. Or you can checkout for yourself voo doo in Haiti's documentary then you will see your belief is shambles...

[@Onlinesully]

Dude Man What did he do that was so kind ?

[@droddick2006]

Sow AG He told the truth.

[@Onlinesully]

Daniel Roddick I guess he tells all the stories about your religion and that's nice to listen to. he can be therapeutic alright

[@patriciaashley3768]

Always Right The Ones And True God With A Capital G. Always. God Bless You Always. Trust Jesus.

[@cbrison06]

I’ve learned there’s a difference between believing in God and knowing God! Knowing him is the most beautiful thing ever ❤️

[@josephvollaro4499]

Very well put And you are so right!

[@e-boyy_7608]

Amen

[@benbelleville2006]

The most beautiful thing would be truly knowing him by seeing him in heaven.

[@karlosgemmell5261]

Yep. Even the demons believe.

[@benbelleville2006]

Ora et labora

[@jimmyobrochta8757]

I have depression, I don’t appreciate the life I was given. I feel so awful about it. I pray every day for a better tomorrow and I pray gif shows me mercy and forgives me for my sins, I sure hope I find the path to heaven.

[@ripcord8738]

Actually, the future of the majority of mankind will be in paradise, here on earth. That's what is was supposed to be, in the beginning(Gen.1:28) and nothing has changed. Psalm 37:9-11,29;Matt.5:5;Isaiah 11:6-9

[@angeloolmo5394]

If my mom hopes i can make it to heaven 😌 And I keep my faith a hope and try my best in life. Then God will help me. Amazing 👏

[@slft47]

Jesus has allready mentioned how to go to heaven, its through the consumption of his blood, without celebrating this feast no one may enter heaven

[@clianthalopes4511]

thank you for this video, it's helped me realise that although I love God with all my heart and I say I love him and want to follow him, my actions don't align with my beliefs. Going to be working on changing that from here on out.

[@kennethbeltran8000]

Hi, please don’t fall into the trap of trying to earn good behavior as barter for entry to Heaven. -only Jesus’s finished work at Calvary can earn that for you.(us)... We are saved by Grace (a Gift), not by our works. Join me in living in gratitude for what He’s done for us.

[@JosephDeLosSantos-t3m]

Kenneth Beltran as Catholic we believe in both good works and his mercy. God bless

[@JosephDeLosSantos-t3m]

Kenneth Beltran don’t you feel good when you help others? It’s kind of hypocritical to be so immersed in the bible while being out of touch with your brothers and sisters suffering around you.

[@shanicesolomon9293]

@@JosephDeLosSantos-t3m Amen you're absolutely right!

[@shanicesolomon9293]

Hi Cliantha, we really are only saved through faith in Christ but our lives much also show it. Continue to seek God because only him brings true transformation and helps you overcome sin.

[@SibylnDean]

Preach it Father, some have forgotten. May God bless you & keep you safe.

[@beverlyvickery4340]

Matthew 23:9 - Do not call anyone on earth your father; for One is your Father, He who is in heaven.

[@chrissonofpear1384]

@@beverlyvickery4340 And father of how many people, statistically? And given Luke 13:24...

[@catalyn080]

@@beverlyvickery4340 you sparred me of saying the same thing xD

[@CookiehsAndDreams]

I have no shame in admitting I ugly cried through this whole thing. What I wouldn’t give to save all the people I love. It’s a hard lesson to learn and I’m grateful I have Father Mike to help me through it.

[@nuquenilex3188]

It's because his video is fear mongering and an uneducated response.

[@MaryJoJohnson-fs5yz]

I understand. Sometimes I worry that if I nag my son too much, he’ll back up. So I pray and occasionally nudge. Hope.

[@PureCapsaicin]

Best of luck to you brother, but catholicism is not the way.

[@MaryJoJohnson-fs5yz]

@@PureCapsaicin so sad that you can feel so sure of that.

[@Henry-eh2jk]

@@PureCapsaicin Speak the Truth in Love

[@robertadam7182]

I’m a Protestant and God bless you all

[@mxffinplayz2247]

[@BigBoss-lc1bn]

But are you saved? Bible way to heaven Good hope YT.

[@maryfirebaugh3069]

Please join me in praying for the conversion of my husband. Lift him up in prayer to our Lord Our Father, Amen.

[@Ch3lRae]

Amen 🙏🏼

[@jayrocky9067]

He is in my prayers

[@lb7625]

change your profile picture, Abstain from all apearance of evil, what would you tell me if I asked you, how do I Get Saved?

[@lb7625]

@@Ch3lRae what would you tell me if I asked you, how do I Get Saved?

[@lb7625]

@@jayrocky9067 what would you tell me if I asked you, how do I Get Saved?

[@pamaladarsow2763]

Could you please pray for my daughter who is not a believer. She is practicing Buddhism , thank you. Love the beard !

[@kattenihatten]

Take heart. I also was a buddhist once, but my search for truth brought me home to the lord.

[@40wolfbabe]

I have prayed for you🙏🏻

[@mib6611]

@Proverbs 30:5-6 Galatians 1:6-12 false information

[@pamaladarsow2763]

Catarina Wikström thank you

[@pamaladarsow2763]

Ashley Wolf thank you

[@cvega951]

This is the message that is so important today. People are lost in the world today because they have no spiritual guidance. The Holy Spirit works in helping us stay on the right path to eternal life. The world in all it’s luring temptations tell us that if we gain riches, possessions and fulfill our desires we will be happy, but ultimately it causes us to feel empty inside. I know that if we strive every day to seek Him by reading or hearing His word we are definitely going to become stronger to fight against all that is evil. I pray that our youth search for spiritual strength and understanding.

[@womencreatedcalled9688]

That wedding feast is a PERFECT analogy! We're all invited and wanted, but it's up to us to RESPOND and do the actions to actually get there! (Strive to enter the narrow gate!)

[@JC-li8kk]

Yes, but there is only 1 action that will make you righteous: faith in Christ. Let me tell you a secret the Catholic Church won’t tell you. The broad road that leads to destruction are those who are trying to enter heaven through their works. That is why the world thinks you can get into heaven by “being good.” Here’s what the Catholic Church doesn’t want you to know: Many Catholics & Protestants are guilty of doing the same thing. Anyone who is attempting to get into heaven by ANY MEANS other than by FAITH IN CHRIST, will not be counted righteous. So if you believe your righteousness is by faith in Christ AND baptism AND Eucharist AND good works you are not putting all of your faith in the work of Christ. You’re declaring what Christ did was not enough, but requires your help. “But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which comes through faith in Christ, the righteousness from God that depends on faith.” - Philippians 3:7-9 93% of the world is religious. The biggest religion of all is Christianity. 57% of Christians are Catholic. Does that sound like a narrow road to you? I am NOT saying don’t get baptized, don’t take communion, don’t do anything good. What I am saying is these things DO NOT MAKE YOU RIGHTEOUS. Real faith is letting go of your works & allowing Christ alone to be your righteousness.

[@KBowWow75]

​@@JC-li8kk we don't see our works as our salvation. We see our works as carrying our cross for Jesus. We already believe we are saved. Our works is for showing our acceptance to Jesus and our Heavenly Father, and not for boasting to others. It's the same as declaring our faith in Jesus publicly through our works, so Jesus will acknowledge us in front of His Father. Jesus said surely if you have done for the least of these, you have done for me. He also said if you deny me publicly, I'll deny you before my Father.

[@JC-li8kk]

@@KBowWow75 what you’re saying does not align with what many Catholics believe. If you stop going to mass or withdraw membership from the Catholic Church do you keep your salvation? Are all Protestants who believe on the Lord Jesus saved?

[@georgeszweden9497]

I hope I will be admitted to Heaven, I was baptised and received comunion. I am trying hard to believe in challenging times and I strive to be as merciful and loving towards all as I can. Though I am afraid.

[@beckylangley4833]

In times like we're living it's hard to not be afraid. I have days I just want to crawl under my bed and hide then I look to Jesus and the next thing I know my back turns from bone to stone. Don't let fear define who you are let God define you! Through Christ all is possible through us nothing is possible.

[@chrissonofpear1384]

Challenging? But why was ever even unstable? What would angels even lack for?

[@feletipula_JCIL]

Catholics hate the God we Christians Praise and Worship. When and if you are a true Christian you should not have any other god's before the Lord Thy God, God Of the Living, God of Israel. You cannot have buddahs, goodluck charms, super heroes, sun god's, moon god's, indian spirits wolf, eagles, dream catchers, witchcraft, statues of mary, saints, rosaries, crosses, etc... and then call yourself a Christian? All Glory To the Lord Thy God, God of the Living, God Of Israel Merciful, Loving and All Powerful God All Hail The Lord Thy God Samoa E Muamua Le Atua

[@beblessed4891]

Repent of ur sins, ask Jesus to forgive u then ask Him to be ur Lord and Saviour to come into ur heart. Read ur bible to learn how to live for Christ and do ur very best. If and when u fail Him, repent of ur sin, do not repeat the sin and move on in the peace of Christ!! God bless u and may He guide u in ur new walk with Him!! Get in to a bible based church and attend regularly in order to have fellowship with other believers and get baptised in order to make a public confession of ur faith just like Christ was baptised by his cousin John the Baptist in the Jordan river!! Churches have baptistries or they can baptise u in a river.

[@cryptoforthepeople6269]

Your good works will not undo the sin you have committed. If you insist on proving your purity before the law you will be found guilty. Only under the grace of Christ will you be reunited with God. There is no trial nor condemnation for those found in Christ. It is by faith you are saved, reject work salvation including lordship salvation. See Romans 10:9 and Eph 2:9.

[@Catholico]

That's a great thing for everyone to know, Fr. Mike! Especially the 4th one, 'cause most of the people have passed through the first 3 things, but when it comes to "doing God's will" we just prefer doing what we want to do instead.

[@rjskeptic5273]

Please explain how we can choose anything other than what we want.

[@susangrande8142]

richard lawlor Living by the 10 commandments is a good start. Jesus’ bottom line is this: Love the Lord your God with all your mind, heart, will, and strength, and love your neighbor as yourself. In other words, live by what God wants. Live as God wants you to. Edited to add: this isn’t the easy way.

[@joehaaf1913]

Fr. Mike if you we really want to put the fear of God in those seeking the Truth, may I suggest informing all of St. Leonard of Port Maurice preaching on "The Little Number of Those Who are Saved".

[@anthonybp5000]

There is only one way: by faith alone and not by good works, you are saved. Sola Fide. Ephesians 2:8-9.

[@joehaaf1913]

@@anthonybp5000 Friend where in the Bible does it state Bible ALONE and Faith ALONE?

[@becomeanolive1637]

Ultimately, God will enact a perfect judgment on every individual beyond any of our understanding.

[@dianecarriere8205]

It’s all about having a relationship with God. 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@alltheglorytogod9928]

How can I have a relationship..you know sometimes i have a voice in my mind like God is talking to me.I really belive in Jesus and I pray 3 times a day or sometimes more.I really love Jesus,I read the bible daily and I spread the gospel with my friends in tiktok and with my parents.But I wanna know how to have a relationship with God??

[@socksumi]

A true relationship entails communication that goes both ways. You can ask specific questions and get specific answers. For instance ask god how many stars exactly exist in the Milky Way. Get back to me when you get an answer. But you won't because there is never an answer to any question because you have no relationship with any god... it's just yourself.

[@ggturner13]

Christ is the only mediator between God and man. Anyone else is an anti-Christ if he doesn't believe.

[@chrissonofpear1384]

@Gerry Hagen So which God, is it, and did Torquemada have that guidance, or indeed, was he actually, born again? And why was Satan, owed, anything...

[@chrissonofpear1384]

@Gerry Hagen Perhaps I do not much care. And why does this God care what Satan thinks, of those not yet born...

[@capinkevarino9674]

I dated a young lady--a former Catholic--who believed that all good people go to Heaven. That's not at all what Jesus said. I tried to explain this to her, but it was like she just couldn't hear me. It's so tragic that people put their own interpretations above scripture and Jesus' teachings.

[@BAKER22-l4u]

How do you know you're right and she's wrong? Has God told you that? If NOT, DON'T judge other people and think you're better than them!!

[@capinkevarino9674]

@@BAKER22-l4u Because the Bible tells me I'm right and she's wrong.

[@jenniferraymond9766]

​@@BAKER22-l4u He's not judging her at all. Read the scriptures and you will know for yourself. No one comes to The Father but through Jesus Christ, no matter how righteous they are.

[@johnrambo3883]

​@@capinkevarino9674well, ur interpretation of the Bible tells u right or wrong. How do you know ur interpretation is right?

[@nahzewilliams5912]

Why do you call me good?” Jesus answered. “No one is good-except God alone.

[@hextoken]

Your answer using scripture was great. I was very diasppointed after watching an answer to a similar issue on Pints With Aquinas youtube channel and they didnt use scripture and was misleading to what the Bible says. God bless you! Jesus is Risen!

[@fsnicolas]

Thank you for proclaiming the Gospel without watering it down. And for reminding me to respond to God's grace everyday.

[@379Pete]

I don’t know how I got here, but Iam glad I did. Thank you Father Mike, I needed this.

[@Nerdfighter21]

Often I find myself sitting outside of Catholicism and looking into it, and through the last two years of doing this, there's been A LOT I don't understand/agree with. But one thing I've always appreciated is its consistency. It's not here to give pretty, feel-good answers; it's here to give (what it thinks is) truth, and I appreciate that. Truth doesn't bow to feelings. It can't.

[@MasterHackerChannel]

God wants you to be with him for ever man, find Him and He will fidn you man

[@MasterHackerChannel]

God wants you to be with Him man, look for Him and He will find you bro he WA nTS you

[@MasterHackerChannel]

God wants you to be with Him man, look for Him and He will find you bro he WA nTS you

[@TheDarlindiva]

If we are not worried then we weren’t paying attention

[@djb5255]

The Church is actively recruiting, come on in!!

[@marystacey9962]

Thank you. That’s a big problem. So many are constantly trying to “make” people believe instead of being Christ-Like and living the life for others to see. ❤

[@ripcord8738]

You're right and that's why Christendom is the state of confusion it has become.

[@ronedee]

"...Who then can be saved?" "What is impossible with man, is possible with God." Amen

[@rlrett1]

God made it possible with the dispensation of grace revealed to the Apostle Paul! Solely by grace through faith are we saved in this dispensation, not by works, so nobody can boast, if it would be by works, it would be no more grace! A wide open salvation!

[@themanproject3708]

@@rlrett1 heresy.

[@ruthwilson6378]

@@themanproject3708 not heresy but I'm interested in why you'd think that?

[@andrewdaniels1560]

Thank you. Thank you so much Father for speaking courageously on this very important gospel truth, that is tragically so overlooked by our clergy these days. Talks like these are what inspire conversions

[@114wildfire]

Andrew Danie Bible says call no man father except God. “Father” in context of worship

[@nyxy9807]

If you accept Jesus in your life then your true Family will be your brothers and sisters in Christ. God Bless

[@gregtowle8830]

@@nyxy9807 its more than just that , it's following Christ and serving Him on a daily basis. Become a christian and be saved. Christianity its not a religion its a reality. the reality is that who ever calls upon the Name of the Lord shall be saved. . Repent and turn to Jesus as Lord and Savior. Lord Jesus I know I'm a sinner. I know you died for my sins and rose 3 1/12 days later , I now ask you to live in me, I ask you to be my Lord and my Savior, I pray this in Jesus name , Amen . You pray to God thru the Holy Spirit in Jesus Name. get baptized and be born again . Jesus is returning soon to set up His kingdom down here on earth , Get ready , get saved .

[@chrissonofpear1384]

But why does the jeopardy exist? How is there an endangerment? Why could Satan get access to Earth?

[@michaeljosephdimaano2802]

My mom was a devout Catholic - she is pretty much compliant to all ten commandments; altough she's sometimes missing mass especially these roughly past two years. May she enter heaven with ease.

[@aperson2368]

Praying for her/for you💕God bless❤

[@Wolffur]

Ask for her if a local Catholic Church has a ministry for the homebound or elderly.

[@rickdockery9620]

Does she have faith in Christ?

[@michaeljosephdimaano2802]

@@rickdockery9620 No doubt she is faithful.

[@theclapaolini4322]

That was so powerfully great and very clear. Tell Ascension that they are truly EVANGELIZING WITH ALL YOUR INTELLIGENT PRIESTS AND SISTERS AND LAY PERSONS.WHAT A PEARL OF GREA3T PRICE WE HAVE.THANK YOU ALL.

[@manuelpompa-u5e]

there are no "good" people. all people are wretched sinners (according to God's word. no one is good. that is why salvation is a gift. by faith through grace, as a gift from God, we can be saved.

[@Jeseneia]

Father Mike! I’m not catholic but I’m a believer of Jesus Christ. I just want to say that I absolutely love the videos you share on various topics. Every video I learn something new and I receive a new perspective on this journey of being a Christian. Hearts, mindsets, and a willingness to change for the righteous of God is still happening years after you have posted your videos. Please continue to be a blessing to those who have ears to hear. Thank you!

[@andreanittel2240]

I, too, am not Catholic but Christian- for 42 yrs since the age of 21......I like a lot of what is said here..................

[@ThePepperfly]

58yo non-denominational Christian here. I followed Fr. Mike thru BIY in 2022. Preparing to do it again in 2023! If it wasn't for Fr. Mike, I may have never checked that bucket list, let alone learned many, many new things!

[@17cmmittlererminenwerfer81]

If you're really Christian, you will do Jesus's will. And He commands you to eat His flesh and drink His blood, or else you are spiritually dead. This is the awful error of all Protestants - you reject this essential commandment and grace, yet claim to have your salvation absolutely guaranteed, no matter how sinfully you live. This is utterly wrong.

[@arnoeeuwigheid4499]

@@17cmmittlererminenwerfer81 You are right but, nevertheless it is NOT up to YOU to act as God's judge and juror as ONLY GOD is our judge and juror and contrary to you HE is MERCIFUL !! 🙏💒🇳🇱🌷

[@maryvosburgh5295]

@@17cmmittlererminenwerfer81 But according to Catholics you think you can do anything you want between Communions & still get to Heaven. I don't think it works that way. When I was a child & was walking with a Catholic boy a couple years younger & in our conversation he realized I had not been Baptized. He exclsimed," That's great! You can do anything you want, get Baptized just before you die and you're guaranteed to go to Heaven!" Though I have since been Baptized, my belief was then & still is, it's the way you live your life every day & if you slip are you truly sorry that counts. In any case it is not up to you or me or the mortals who have made up all the rules whom God chooses. I just try to do my best and leave it to Him/Her. I always say "No matter which way He sends me, chances are pretty good I'll have friends in either place."

[@anafuentes6936]

I remember hearing a talk from a priest who had a serious talk with God when he was dying, and only to realise that all his work was for himself and not God. And the biggest slap to his heart was him telling him after he asked about his mothers salvation was, "why do you care?!? " only through the grace of his mercy he remained alive and given the chance to truly save himself and others. God if loving, but he doesnt mess around.

[@anafuentes6936]

God is*

[@exivilon]

No one saves themselves. God the Father, through Christ alone, saves us. We accept His gift of salvation, therefore it's not something of our own effort.

[@nilshubinette4932]

Thank you Fr. Mike!

[@MultiJoe84]

No one knows where we are going, let’s be really honest. We maybe can BELIEVE where we are going but no one KNOWS.

[@amosbaite7378]

For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. Ephesians 2:8‭-‬9

[@tanereyu7699]

My best friends mom is battling cancer. Please send a prayer his way.

[@donkomzak3872]

I'm not alone because the Lord is my shepherd and I think I'm following the Good Shepherd. Jesus. Pray for me.

[@m1m767]

I'm a born again (born from above), blood washed, child of God, saved by Grace, going to heaven. I know that I will. Nothing I can do will save me. Accepting the free gift of Grace, through Christ guaranteed my salvation.

[@josephdejesus9352]

What if you die in mortal sin?

[@Clover-bt5qv]

​@@josephdejesus9352 The Lord God Almighty has forgiven all sins, past, current, and future, however we do need to still take heed of hebrews 10:26 "For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins,"

[@swmathus8176]

you don't judge yourself at the narrow gate

[@joanlynch5271]

It's too simplistic the way that you preach.

[@darkwater482]

@@swmathus8176we don’t judge ourselves, but we can know. 12 He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life. 13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. (1 John 5:12,13)

[@279Blackcat]

I really needed to hear this tonight. I’ve been really worried about a certain family members who I believe to narcissistic and cold hearted. Even as sinners God still loves us even if some of us, who sin without apology. I’ve been praying to Him to help me love as He does unconditional to those who hurt me or those I care about as He loves unconditionally who sin and hurt against Him. What I struggle with though is by their actions and what I know about narcissists, is the odds of them changing are slim but I know God wants them in Heaven. I pray for them because I know it hurts our God to not have His children with Him in paradise, but it’s hard to have faith/hope they will make it to heaven. It wasn’t until the end of the video that I felt Father Mike was talking directly to me, or perhaps the Holy Spirit trying to say something to me through him. That I need to focus on my journey. What am I doing to get to Heaven, to love and please my God? I needed that reminder. I know I have parts of me that I need to work on so I am going to move my focus to how to deeper my relationship with God even more. Thank you!

[@marionetteeeeee]

This is beautiful! Keep going sister and please pray for me I want to get deep like never before in my faith

[@TheDopeboyz96]

God bless you just keep your head up you are loved and you will make it into heaven and be reunited with your family

[@TheDopeboyz96]

@@marionetteeeeee God bless you :) you'll be fine God loves you and always will

[@Blissfulnessence]

i attempted to reply yesterday but for some reason my response didn't post. Monsignor John Cihak has a post on how to cure narcissism the Catholic way that may be helpful with your concerns for the individual.

[@starchaser5154]

God will forgive you for infinity

[@maxd.1730]

Being 14, your videos really instruct me and make me learn so much ❤️

[@JosephDeLosSantos-t3m]

keep it up Eli! God bless and always keep the faith, also try to pray the rosary with friends and family (with cousins or relatives your age)

[@jakegoodman6437]

If you want to learn Max D, search Dr Peter ruckman or dr gene Kim. There you will learn about THE Bible

[@FabAgainOver50]

@@jakegoodman6437 wait till you are twenty one.

[@64powers13]

My Brothers and Sisters in Christ Please help me pray for all those who have lost their faith and their return to the Holy Mother Catholic Church. God Bless you all. VIVAT JESUS.

[@margaretposner450]

This video changed my life completely. Thank you Fr. Mike.

[@VonnieSF]

Eternal Father, I offer you the body and the blood, soul and divinity of your dearly beloved son our Lord Jesus Christ, in atonement for our sins and for those of the whole world 🙏🏽❤️ For the sake of his sorrowful passion have mercy on us and on the whole world. For the sake of his sorrowful passion have mercy on the holy souls in purgatory especially Jose Martínez 🙏🏽❤️

[@carlosdelgado8119]

Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.” - Jesus Christ, John 3:3 Learn what it means to be born again: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWjTYpd4qtdknrs

[@patrickweidner4711]

Ephesians 2:8-9,Titus 3:5... John 14:6...I am the truth and the way and the life no one comes to the father except through me..

[@taramcdonaldortiz4810]

Praying for my mother in laws soul Lord have mercy on her ❤️❤️❤️