Is Catholicism Biblical? | The Catholic Talk Show

[@josh39684]

Protestant considering catholicism here. Realizing that the Bible is a Catholic book was an I opener for me. Growing up protestant obviously I was never told this. It was basically they are inspired that's what matters. Marian doctrine was hard for me but once I understand it made sense. Once I began praying the Rosary my anxiety has gone down

[@CatholicOnTheSpectrum]

I was a cradle Protestant and now I'm a Catholic apologist.

[@SpeakLife406]

The Bible is NOT I repeat Is NOT a catholic book ! The Bible is THE WORD of GOD. Inspired by God to man. It’s GODS BOOK catholic -is a religion

[@CatholicOnTheSpectrum]

@@SpeakLife406 "The Old Testament books were written well before Jesus’ Incarnation, and all of the New Testament books were written by roughly the end of the first century A.D. But the Bible as a whole was not officially compiled until the late fourth century, illustrating that it was the Catholic Church who determined the canon-or list of books-of the Bible under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Indeed, the Bible is not a self-canonizing collection of books, as there is no table of contents included in any of the books. Although the New Testament canon was not determined until the late 300s, books the Church deemed sacred were early on proclaimed at Mass, and read and preached about otherwise. Early Christian writings outnumbered the 27 books that would become the canon of the New Testament. The shepherds of the Church, by a process of spiritual discernment and investigation into the liturgical traditions of the Church spread throughout the world, had to draw clear lines of distinction between books that are truly inspired by God and originated in the apostolic period, and those which only claimed to have these qualities. The process culminated in 382 as the Council of Rome, which was convened under the leadership of Pope Damasus, promulgated the 73-book scriptural canon. The biblical canon was reaffirmed by the regional councils of Hippo (393) and Carthage (397), and then definitively reaffirmed by the ecumenical Council of Florence in 1442. Finally, the ecumenical Council of Trent solemnly defined this same canon in 1546, after it came under attack by the first Protestant leaders, including Martin Luther."

[@johnnysupreme5718]

Where is the "Marian doctrine" or the rosary in the Bible?

[@casey8726]

@@SpeakLife406 Yes. The Bible is not catholic or a catholic book. No writers of the Bible were catholic or wrote to catholics. The word catholic isn't even the Bible. Not once. The catholics ' claim ' the Bible put in reality , have no part in it.

[@Thewritingpugster]

My mom directed me to this channel. And I'm honestly very glad to watch this channel. It really helps me affirm my Catholic faith.

[@Andrew-x3n]

Im a non denominational Christian convert had my third RCIA Class monday. I was raised in a rocky home with a "respect for Christ" but with no formation or practice. After being called to Christ a few years ago, I have (in waves of determination and falling deeper into Christ) finally come home to the one True Faith. Im eternally greatful for God through all my influences leading me here.

[@privatejoker303]

I've been away from the faith for many years. I've tried Protestant, taoism, atheism with the call of my father still in the back of my mind. Recently I've made the decision to come back home. Nothing has filled me more spiritually than the faithfulness of the Roman Catholic Church and the authority that Christ gave through the apostles. Thank God for not giving up on me.

[@BD-fi2oq]

You are God's beloved, held in His hand.

[@privatejoker303]

@@BD-fi2oq Amen

[@Henry-eh2jk]

Jesus is King of the Jews, the Jewish Messiah. He's Jewish, not catholic. The apostles were also Jewish. Are you claiming that the apostles turned their back on God and Jesus, and started the catholic church?

[@lois2997]

Catholic means universal you poor jealous prots @@Henry-eh2jk

[@Henry-eh2jk]

Jesus died for your sins, too. Jesus is pure love. Pure. Jesus loves you and so do I. Why do you hate? Why do you hate the Jews? Hallelujah

[@hollandbbq]

Hey fellas! Thank you so much for this video in particular. I am a convert from the protestant world. I am currently in the RCIA and so thankful to God for opening my eyes. God bless you all and look forward to another episode!

[@anitavaughn1968]

I’m going through RCIA. I’m excited to join and be Catholic officially.

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

Helo, If I may : please read Gospel of Matthew carrefully and then the Gospel of John. And You will understand by Yourself the righteousness of the RCIA. Please remain close to Your priest. Ask him all your doubst. and pray every day, do a little work for JESUS Christ if possible everyday.... God bless You and your family !

[@casey8726]

Neither the Gospel of Matthew or the Gospel of John say anything about the catholic church.

[@peterzinya1]

@@adelbertleblanc1846 "Please remain close to Your priest" I bet he would like that (;-D

[@El_p4ancho]

Y’all have helped me get so much closer and understand my Catholic faith

[@Meowmixery]

Glad you found this channel too friend! They helped me out as well, found out many things I didn't know about and ultimately finished RCIA ^--^

[@El_p4ancho]

@@Meowmixery I was always catholic I’m Mexican but I never really payed attention or any of that until I was at my lowest point and truly started to follow the Catholic faith and Christ (im 19)

[@puffnbudzzz7051]

@@El_p4ancho that’s right I feel you bro I’m 18 and also Mexican and grew up catholic.. I have had many negative experiences but it wasn’t till recently I started acknowledging God more and wanted more knowledge in my catholic faith and these guys do it so good

[@casey8726]

Don't fool yourself, catholics are not Christians.

[@lois2997]

And you are a little crybaby grow up. Correction we are the first Christians@@casey8726

[@MC-qb1jg]

It makes me happy to see Father Pagano be with friends to share Gods word and love.

[@garyscott3413]

I am a Southern Baptist convert. My go to scripture to talk about the communion of Saints, the Transfiguration. Luke 9 28-36

[@janeyount8412]

Exactly! And, if God will allow Moses and Elijah to appear to Peter, James, and John, then he can allow the Blessed Virgin Mary to appear to whomever he wills.🙏🌹

[@carolynnmontgomery6047]

Y’all are a huge part of my conversion to the Catholic faith. Thank you for educating me and hooking us up with your amazing guests - I ordered the books.

[@jeannetipton6106]

Please have a show devoted to The Liturgy of the Hours and teach us exactly how to pray it. Thank you.

[@existentialpoet8216]

Bless you for this meaningful discussion about our Catholic Bible. Let us pray for our mother church and Pope Francis's protection.

[@brendaechols5929]

I love this channel. I learn so much about catholicism.

[@Craignordhues]

Hi guys! Great episode, one of your best I think. I’m sharing it with some Protestant friends to whom I’ve done a sorry job of explaining Catholicism.

[@CatholicTalkShow]

Thanks Craig!

[@rmader1997]

Catholicism is so incompasing. So Christian. Hard to explain to Protestants because they think Christianity is just "The Holy Bible" To Catholics, The Bible is a Holy Tool. To Protestants, it's their whole religion. Thain about it. Most Castholics know the Bible plus Real Christianity better than most Preachers! They just don't know it. We know all the Stories in the Bible (if we can just find them). They know a few Bible Verses that they think hammers Catholics, etc. Most are like the Muslems. They rarely read their Holy Book! Also the Protestant Bible is Broken. 7 Books from the Old Testament were Ripped out by Luther and the rest Followed. Did you know Jesus prayed for the Dead? He was a Jew. They pray for the dead for a Month straight. Macabees 2 is about praying for the poor souls. Luther hated purgatory. And on it goes. Brows through a Catechism. You will find All those Bible Quotes. God Bless!

[@maryhoekstra314]

Pray for Bishop Strickland!!!

[@laurieide4303]

Raised Catholic, spent time away in Protestantism, leaning back more toward Catholic foundation. I still have questions regarding a couple of points of doctrine which I've had since my Catholic childhood. I guess i just really need to sit down with a solid Catholic teacher...

[@miracles_metanoia]

Fr Ripperger KZbin videos are excellent. Also, there's "catechism in a year" on YT / podcast.

[@peterzinya1]

You need to sit down with a bible. Leave these catholic priests alone.

[@cehson]

I totaly agree about Mother Mary, she is most powerfull intercesor, but most protestants do not see what role She has, like Her job is done. I pray i have Most Holy Mother by my poor side when i am in front of Lord of Lords one day. Most Holy Mother, please, pray for us.

[@daniel_alexander_]

Which chapter, in The Bible, does it state this? I’d like to share with my friend.

[@cehson]

@@daniel_alexander_ As Mariners are guided into the port by the Shining of a Star, so Christians are guided to Heaven by Mary” -St. Thomas Aquinas My friend, use google, look for dr. Scott Hahn about this topic, it is to broad topic for yt comment.

[@janeyount8412]

@@daniel_alexander_In addition to Dr. Scott Hahn, I recommend Dr. Brant Pitre's book, Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary. You can also search YT videos where he discusses this.

[@valsummerfield3069]

This channel has so much value. Thank you.

[@alyssedahlgren5285]

Thank you for another beautiful and relevant episode. I enjoy deepening in my biblical faith.

[@lisag.8389]

So much great info in this episode thank you ! ❤️🙏🏻

[@Dude_of_the_twel-sevent_order]

I am in RICA. The spanish RCIA. Just to go to the spanish version with my folks. I love the RICA and RCIA leaders in my church. Such amazing people.

[@markgraff8326]

Excellent, DCross many praying for you and family

[@MsEmily229]

So sad!! My Bible study is about to start and I have to leave already 😢 Gob bless ❤❤❤❤😊

[@prlopez6134]

I’m a cradle Catholic but never a good one but that changed in 2003 when God saved my nephew life I love my catholic faith.

[@jeanb.5405]

Praise God!! Welcome Home

[@NJ2da305]

This was an incredible podcast. Thank you so much, every Protestant that I know will be getting this forwarded to them. Amen 🙏🏽

[@willowholman7381]

I love that Brandon even thought to define the word "Canon" as most Protestants may not have ever even heard the term Canon. I know I hadn't until I went to RCIA. I've noticed a lot of times when Catholics are talking to Protestants online they will often use words that are Catholic-specific, such as the term Sola Scriptura. While many Protestants are taught this concept, most have never heard the terms "Scripture Alone" or "Sola Scriptura." The concept itself is simply taught. It's important to remember that many terms that Catholics use are Catholic-specific or higher learning specific (Masters or Doctorate in Theology) and not necessarily the everyday common terms used or understood by the majority of those outside of Catholicism. I remember a year after converting I was talking with a Protestant friend and used the word Catechized and after seeing her confused look, I remembered that I only knew that word because of my Catholic experiences.

[@davidbogart4247]

love your show and great answers to questions I get ,wish these books were available to Canada

[@musicleigh3267]

I have been wanting those books !!! What an Amazing gift !!! I jumped on it !! Thank you !!!

[@ninamgtez]

Minute 14.47 She is like the moon who reflects the light of the "SUN" SON. Love this quote.

[@Stabu]

I'd appreciate it if you could make sense about this Bishop Strickland ordeal in an upcoming show. It's all seems very bizarre to me on so many levels.

[@marcusmuse4787]

the moon that reflects the light of the sun, great analogy.

[@ziesha.marie11]

Love this show!

[@dhparsons5518]

Wow .......... brilliant stuff. Love this.

[@mojaverootz6049]

Yes 🙌🏼

[@toddzbojovsky6619]

Father Rich i would love to see a picture of your temporary liturgical space. God Bless

[@ladysaffire4006]

Thanks 🙏🏻 my books are on the way 😊

[@kaze0]

Prayers to Mary being older than the Bible is huge!!! Where can i find/ show, and share this info?

[@cruznature7545]

Prayers to Mary were post the written gospels and pre the culmination of the Bible Cannon. You can google all that information.

[@lauren9094]

I wasn't religious but thinking about my daughter,(she was CATHOLIC) I need to learn about it

[@Henry-eh2jk]

Learn about the doctrine and ways of the catholic church. Compare them to the Words of Jesus. Then you will have taken that step and will see the difference. The path to salvation is different. The catholic church disagrees with Jesus on how to get to Heaven. Disagree with Jesus?

[@zve482]

Glad you’re digging into this biblical moment. I’ve been waiting for god to explain this to me.

[@lauriebell4286]

I’ve asked a few of my Protestant friends what they would do, or who they would contact if they thought their loved one was possessed by a demon. Of course, it’s first established that they believe in Satan and his minions. All of them stated they would call a Catholic priest! I asked them why they would call a Catholic priest and not their preacher and they said it’s because the Catholics are the experts in that area. Well then, why are they not Catholic? Makes no sense to me!

[@casey8726]

Twisted thinking

[@brendaechols5929]

Same. I watch those ghost shows and can never understand why people request mediums to come into their their homes and rid demons. All they do is make things worse. No one can take care of issues like that except a catholic priest.

[@simonewilliams7224]

Really enjoyed this topic. Got the books. Confused about how to navigate the CaritasU, I got stuck , it or I kept going back to the introduce yourself topic and could not go forward. I’ve only got an old iPhone 8S. HELP

[@edgarcorado5268]

God bless you. Nice way to get to us . I do have a question about the Golden gate in Jerusalem can you guys explain why is blocked?

[@CenterPorchNP]

I just wrote an article in Scriptural defense of the sacrament of reconciliation. Used Sola Scriptura and the dictionary.

[@SuperRuthJ]

Thank you so much for this talk 4 great gentlemen!❤️🙏❤️ How can I get your books here in Canada?

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

In a comment, someone wrote to me : "The truth hurts, doesn't it. Quit crying and ' come out of her '.Nothing about the Bible is catholic." I would respond to this with a word of JESUS-CHRIST : “Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you. (Gospel of Matthew chapter 5)

[@Aarongorn]

Hi guys. Protestant here, and first-time viewer/listener (just listened to the podcast). Great conversation! I do have a quibble with something your guest said about Mary and Genesis 3::15b. He said, "Obviously, Christians from every tradition read this as pertaining to Jesus, but what few of them do, beyond Catholics, is understand that this is actually a prophecy of Mary." It really isn't. I have come to appreciate the typology of Mary as the new Eve; I think it's fairly on-the-nose when you learn to use a typological hermeneutical lens. However, I believe this statement (and Brandon isn't alone in making it) goes too far. TLDR: In the original languages (the Hebrew OT and the Greek Septuagint), the verb forms and pronouns in 3::15b require the 'seed' of 3::15a to be a male. Therefore, in 3::15b it is Jesus, not Mary, who will strike or crush the serpent's head. ******* The Hebrew (3::15b) says: ה֚וּא יְשׁוּפְךָ֣ רֹ֔אשׁ וְאַתָּ֖ה תְּשׁוּפֶ֥נּוּ עָקֵֽב In three different places, this unambiguously identifies the seed of the woman as a male. First, the first use of the verb 'will strike' (יְשׁוּפְךָ֣) is an imperfect verb, and can be conjugated for person, gender, and number. The form used in this verse is a third person, masculine, singular verb. This means the pronoun preceding it (ה֚וּא) *has* to be 'he'. There is no other grammatical choice. Second, that pronoun is, in fact, the masculine form, not the feminine, according to the Masoretic vowel pointing. Now, the "vowels" in Hebrew weren't added until later, so this is not as strong a point as the first one. But the Masoretes obviously understood the seed of the woman to be a male. Third, the second use of the verb 'will strike' (תְּשׁוּפֶ֥נּוּ) has a pronominal suffix attached to it (נּוּ). These too are conjugated for person, gender, and number. In this case, it is a 3MS pronominal suffix, or third person, masculine, singular. So, the verb fully translated is, 'you wills strike him'. The LXX is consistent with this as well. It says: αὐτός σου τηρήσει κεφαλήν, καὶ σὺ τηρήσεις αὐτοῦ πτέρναν. The initial pronoun (αὐτός) is the third person, masculine, singular, nominative pronoun, or, 'he'. When it occurs a few verses later (αὐτοῦ), its form has changed from nominative to genitive, but its person, gender, and number have not changed. They are still 3MS, or 'him'. What all this means is that Genesis 3::15b unambiguously says, "He will strike your head, and you will strike his heel." Now, regarding the word 'seed' in Genesis 3::15a... While the Hebrew word for seed (זֶרַע) is feminine in its natural grammatical form, and the Greek word for seed (σπέρμα) is neuter in its natural grammatical form, context must determine whether you're talking about a male or a female. And in this case, the context leaves no room for doubt. The seed of the woman is a male, just as the seed of Abraham is a male (Galatians 3::16). The seed, in both cases, is one and the same-Jesus Christ. If you've read this far, thank you for indulging me. I really did enjoy the entire conversation. I imagine I'll be back for more. Oh, and... Thanks for the books. 😜

[@Aarongorn]

I should clarify something... If you want to focus on the expression 'the woman' in 3::15a, that's another matter. I agree that Jesus' use of this term for Mary isn't accidental. So, if you want to say that the first part of this verse foreshadows an enmity between Satan and Mary, I think that follows easily enough. But the 'seed' of 3::15a is the 'he/his' of 3::15b-Jesus.

[@janeyount8412]

My understanding is that the verse is about Mary because "the seed of the woman" prophesied the seed of Mary, Jesus Christ. This is the only place in Sacred Scripture that refers to a *woman's* seed. Yet, women don't have "seed" - i.e., sperm. Since no male seed was necessary for the Incarnation, this verse can only apply to the future Mother of the Messiah. Otherwise, the verse would have said "his (Adam's) seed." It is the Catholic understanding that Mary crushes the serpent *through* her Son. This is why paintings of the Virgin often depict her standing on a snake.

[@tiffanyl4829]

I don't have my Hebrew or Greek keyboards so I don't want to write very much until I can attach them BUT the Catholic Church means that Mary is the "new Eve" and yes, her choice (God gave us free will she had a choice like Eve to obey and have Jesus)/her son Jesus crushes the head of the serpent/sin. So there is nothing to quibble about. You should read The Jewish Case for Mary. Jesus was Messiah and the Son of Man. He is Greater Than, so Mary is greater than Eve, greater than the Ark of the Covenant. God used Mary so that her choice restored women in the way that Eve's choice led us into sin.

[@outofoblivionproductions4015]

Yeah I didn't read past the first paragraph, because you went all technical. But they are nice sounding words: "conjugated." I would like to use that (somehow). And of course the double wammy, the stand out jingle of the jargon: "pronominal suffix". O my gosh, delicious. But how could one get that into a sentence? Would be a good new years eve resolution. However, Aarongorn (of Middle Earth?), Hebrew accolyte. I too have sweated over this passage. But the enmity mentioned first is between the Woman and the serpent, then their offspring. The prophecy regarding pronouns (my pronoun is 'it' 😅), does seem to be 'he' in hebrew, but 'it' in the Latin translation. It could be like the mystical body of Christ, and the Woman and her children, from Rev. 12. 'It' expands the 'He' to include 'the Woman'.

[@Aarongorn]

@@outofoblivionproductions4015 Two things... 1) Yes, of Middle Earth. 2) You make a good point-I should have opened with a TLDR. I'll edit. Thank you.

[@petronelapinkova3137]

Hi Brandon. Do you ship the books internationally?

[@studybible]

In Catholicism, the First Commandment is divided into the First and Second Commandments, while the Ninth and Tenth Commandments are combined into the Tenth Commandment in Protestantism. However, if you read Exodus 20, the numbering 'one, two, three...' is not assigned as it is currently used in Catholicism or Protestantism. Therefore, the differences between Catholic and Protestant classifications arose as they assigned numbers to categorize the Commandments. Catholicism and Lutheranism follow the classification made by Saint Augustine in the 5th century, while the Eastern Orthodox Church, Anglican Communion, and most Protestant denominations follow the classification by the early Jewish scholar Philo in the first century. In some corners of Protestantism, there are claims that the Catholic Church intentionally omits the Second Commandment and divides the Tenth Commandment into the Ninth and Tenth to avoid the accusation of 'idol worship' regarding the veneration of saints or religious images. However, this claim is unfounded. The veneration of saints or religious images is not idol worship because it involves reverence for the figure depicted in the image, not the image itself. The First Commandment, which commands not to have any other gods before the one true God, inherently includes the prohibition of idol worship. Therefore, the differences in the Ten Commandments between Catholicism and Protestantism stem from which commandment they include corresponding biblical passages, not because the content of the Commandments itself differs. Ultimately, it is accurate to say that both Catholic and Protestant versions of the Ten Commandments convey the same content. And it is essential to consider that, even during the time of Jesus, there was no "standard text" regarding the Old Testament Ten Commandments. Various slightly different scripture texts existed, and the authors of the Bible, in the process of editing these traditions, confirmed them all as sacred scriptures without unifying them into a single standard. For example, the commandments in Exodus and Deuteronomy differ. Furthermore, there is no place in the entire Old and New Testaments where the order of the Ten Commandments is consistently repeated. Additionally, Jesus and the Apostle Paul also quote the commandments freely and in different orders. Therefore, finding common ground with Protestant denominations, especially those belonging to the Calvinist tradition, on this topic is challenging due to differing foundational texts. The Protestant canon considers the Masoretic text in Hebrew as the standard, and the Masoretic text, due to the nature of Hebrew, is ambiguous about where to break sentences. The Masoretic text establishes this breaking point, known as the Masorah. However, the Old Testament texts used during the time of Jesus and the early Christian era were not finalized in their current form. The divisions into chapters and verses in the Bible occurred only a few hundred years ago. Consequently, there are some differences between the Masoretic text and the Septuagint, an ancient Greek translation used by the early Church. While the Masoretic text is undoubtedly authoritative as a Hebrew scripture, it is academically acknowledged that it is not the only source. Despite the Masoretic text's authority, using it as the sole criterion to discuss the commandments in Exodus presents clear issues. Therefore, the Catholic Church respects the various texts related to the Ten Commandments (not only in Exodus but also in Deuteronomy and any other biblical passage mentioning the commandments). More importantly, the Church emphasizes how Christians, as members of the New Covenant, understand and perceive the spirit of these commandments, rather than focusing solely on the literal content. This is because Christians are no longer a people bound by all the commandments of the Old Testament. While the Church certainly respects the literal meaning of the Ten Commandments in Exodus, the essential aspect for believers is to live out the core spirit encapsulated in these commandments, as Jesus demonstrated. In practice, the Catholic Church continues to consider this as a primary criterion for examining one's conscience. For instance, regarding the Sabbath commandment, Catholics understand and accept it not as the literal Sabbath (Saturday) but as our Sabbath, which is Sunday, commemorating the mystery of Christ's resurrection. If the literal text were deemed crucial, then believers would observe Saturday as the Sabbath, effectively becoming adherents of Judaism rather than Christians.

[@robinmartin7446]

Purgatory = half way house ❤ the mind of Ryan D

[@ryandellacrosse6416]

You’re so sweet? 😂

[@ryandellacrosse6416]

❤

[@robinmartin7446]

@@ryandellacrosse6416 like everyone I'm a work in progress 🙂

[@casey8726]

Another catholic lie. There is no purgatory.

[@lois2997]

Wah so much ignorance. Not in your condensed Bible of prot bs @@casey8726

[@lauren9094]

I'm trying to determine if I should follow CATHOLIC 😮

[@janeyount8412]

I recommend the website, Catholics Come Home. God bless! 🙏🌹

[@PaddyandFran]

Hello: I am in Canada and I tried to get the books offered.. I couldn’t get Canada for country, only US. Although there seems to be a space for Provinces and our Postal Code. Can you help?

[@marcihf217]

Yes it is Scriptural! Purgatory, Virgen Mary, Saints, Papacy, Holy Trinity etc are all in the Bible.

[@daniel_alexander_]

Where in the Bible does it mention the papacy, virgin mary, and purgatory, which chapter? I need to share with my friends. It is important.

[@southernlady1109]

@@daniel_alexander_ John 1:42 And he led him to Jesus. And Jesus, gazing at him, said: “You are Simon, son of Jonah. You shall be called Cephas,” (means large rock in Aramaic & translates as Peter). Matthew 16:18 And I say to you, that you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hell shall not prevail against it. 16:19 And I will give YOU the keys of the kingdom of heaven. And whatever YOU shall bind on earth shall be bound, even in heaven. And whatever YOU shall release on earth shall be released, even in heaven.” The Keys to the Kingdom of Heaven are Gods authority and power. Matthew 10:2 Now the names of the twelve Apostles are these: the First, Simon, who is called Peter John 21:15 Then, when they had dined, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Feed my lambs.” 21:16 He said to him again: “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Feed my lambs.” 21:17 He said to him a third time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” Peter was very grieved that he had asked him a third time, “Do you love me?” And so he said to him: “Lord, you know all things. You know that I love you.” He said to him, “Feed my sheep. Mark 3:14 And he acted so that the twelve would be with him, and so that he might send them out to preach. 3:15 And he gave them authority to cure infirmities, and to cast out demons: 3:16 and he imposed on Simon the name Peter Ephesians 2:19 Now, therefore, you are no longer visitors and new arrivals. Instead, you are citizens among the saints in the household of God, 2:20 having been built upon the foundation of the Apostles and of the Prophets, with Jesus Christ himself as the preeminent cornerstone. 2:21 In him, all that has been built is framed together, rising up into a holy temple in the Lord. 2:22 In him, you also have been built together into a habitation of God in the Spirit. Virgin Mary, the holy, pure Mother of our God and Savior, Jesus Christ is Lk1:28, 35, 42-43. She’s blessed Lk1:28, 30, 48. Queen of Heaven and Earth & Arc of the New Covenant, Jesus Christ Ps45:10, Rev 11:19, 12:1 Our heavenly Mother Rev 12:17 Purgatory is 1 Cor 3:15, Mt5:25-26, 12:32, 1 Pet 3:18-20, 2 Macc 12:43-46, Rev 21:27

[@southernlady1109]

@@daniel_alexander_ Jesus Christ established His One True Apostolic Catholic Church & Doctrine with His apostles, before His Passion. He appointed them leaders, Peter as Head, gave THEM His authority, power & Sacraments(The Keys to Heaven). He taught everyone is to be His One True Church, receiving His Sacraments, Doctrine & Teaching or you DO NOT HAVE GOD. ALL 44,000 other Christian Churches, without Gods authority, broke away from the only Church, Doctrine & Sacraments that Jesus Christ established, to start their own version of Gods Church, like the Pharisees did and God rebuked them for doing so. Mt 23:1-39, Lk 11:37-54, Mt 16:18-19, 10:1-4, Mk3:14-19, Eph 2:19-22, 1 Cor 12:28, Acts 20:28, Lk 22:28-32, Jn 21:15-17, 10:16, 17:20-26, Eph 4:4-6, 2 JN1:9, Gal 1:6-9, Heb 13:9, Jn 3:5, Act 22:16, 2 Cor 5:18-20, Jn 20:21-23, Mt 18:17-18, Jn 6:51-59, 1 Cor 11:23-29, Lk 22:18-20, Eph 1:13, 2 Cor 1:21-22, Mt 19:4-6, Col 3:17-19, 2 Cor 5:20, 1:25-29, Lk 22:28-32, Jm 5:16, Lk 10:34 are a few pertinent verses.

[@southernlady1109]

@@daniel_alexander_ Attending a Catholic Mass is like being at The Last Supper with Jesus & His apostles. Jesus said the first Mass & told them to continue His offerings until He returns. Receiving Him In Holy Communion is the most beautiful, powerful & intimate union we can have with Him on earth. He said He is the living bread, the bread He gives us is His Flesh, unless we eat His Body & drink His Blood, we will have no life in us. If we do eat & drink of Him, He will raise us up into Heaven for eternal life on the last day. If we eat & drink of Him unworthily, we are liable & bring a sentence against ourselves for not discerning it to be His Body & Blood. Jn 6:51-59, 1Cor11:23-29

[@southernlady1109]

@@daniel_alexander_ Jesus Christ instituted the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession). He gave His authority & power to His apostles & their direct successors, Catholic Priests. 2 Corinthians 5:18 But all is of God, who has reconciled us to himself through Christ, and who has given us the MINISTRY Of RECONCILIATION. 5:19 For certainly God was in Christ, reconciling the world to himself, not charging them with their sins. And he has placed in us the Word of reconciliation. 5:20 Therefore, we (Priests) are ambassadors for Christ, so that God is exhorting through us. We beseech you for Christ: be reconciled to God. John 20:21 Therefore, he said to them again: “Peace to you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” 20:22 When he had said this, he breathed on them. And he said to them: “Receive the Holy Spirit. 20:23 Those whose sins YOU shall forgive, they are forgiven them, and those whose sins YOU shall retain, they are retained.” Matthew 18:17 And if he will not listen to them, tell the Church. But if he will not listen to the Church, let him be to you like the pagan and the tax collector. 18:18 Amen I say to you, whatever YOU will have bound on earth, shall be bound also in heaven, and whatever YOU will have released on earth, shall be released also in heaven. Matthew 16:18 And I say to you, that you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hell shall not prevail against it. 16:19 And I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven. And whatever you shall bind on earth shall be bound, even in heaven. And whatever you shall release on earth shall be released, even in heaven.”

[@neilhaverly4117]

I love the points you are all making so clear especially The vs about in this Age and The New Age yet to come. Now if only everyone can finally get behind the let Thy Kingdom come part figured out we'd finally find ourselves All together for The Feast of feasts. Still can't find it any good reason anyone could possibly have to actively avoid The Invitation to attend? Can anyone else figure it out, did they just get a New Bull and have to go and test it out? Are they Just too busy to be bothered by actually being invited to the Son of God's wedding Feast? It seems like something's never change afterall.

[@kieranfenn]

Irenaeus: "The presence of the Lord in his Word is as real as his presence in the Eucharist!" Two tables at Mass; to be fed from both equally is the challenge always.

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

This comment is a true gem : “Did Jesus pray to Mary? No !” - I wonder if someone in this world did pray to his mother....But : indeed, Mary, is our Saint Mother in the heaven ! And, of course every Christian must ask for her intercession to get graces and for his own salvation. And the GOSPEL shows to us how JESUS loves his Mother and listen to her !!

[@coracraven1712]

I am interested of this book.. how can i buy it.. I lived in Europe.. please advice. I am a Roman Catholic from birth.

[@lauren9094]

I'm trying to learn about catechism

[@carolynnmontgomery6047]

I ordered the books - but haven’t received them?

[@katiehav1209]

Someone on social media asked, "Catholics, what happens to the people in purgatory if Jesus returned today?" I answered, The purpose of Purgatory isn't for Christ. It's for us. It's to remove shame from our consciences when we face Him. Your belief shouldnt dull your conscience. Otherwise you are a psychopath. The heat would intensifify, and the purging would be exellerated, and unfortunately, they would be found at a time Jesus warned about being ready. Which He did warn about. So they will miss out on some glorious gifts, and they would experience shame. And Purgatory is for us so our consciences don't experience shame though we are forgiven.

[@carolyncaron3097]

How do I order Brandon’s books?

[@nathanielramos5338]

Hello Father, I know my question not related to the topic. Am I able to re bless my religious images even though it has been blessed befor le by the priest? And if im a priest, can I bless my own religious images by myself or do I need to call for another priest to bless it? Sorry for this question Father.

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

Stand in the Faith. Don't let yourself be troubled. For 60 years, I have seen theses that seemed unshakeable collapse over the generations (Pope Benedict XVI).

[@marycw]

Oops. I have noted only 14 things. Would it be too late to do a quick list of the 15? I can't spend any more time watching youtube right now!!!

[@liamwhalen]

I would approach Sola Scriptura as a religious axiom. Attempting to argue against it or disprove it will only raise the ire of those who hold to that belief. It would be similar to arguing with Saint Anslem by saying "but what about that which is greater than that which I just conceived?" This show has been helpful to me. I do need some clarification around referring to priests as Father. This bothered me when I first started attending RCIA. I have since learned about In Persona Christi. It seems to me that referring to Priests as Father is the act of speaking through the priest to God e.g. in the confessional both. I'm guessing that the practice strayed from these sorts of symbolic uses towards more colloquial usages. Is that correct? I really appreciate the reading of the Ark of the Covenant in Exodus as a foreshadowing of Mary. Not that it should matter, but the Protestant in me can see that from my reading of the bible. That Catholic in me appreciates The Church for making the connection.

[@tiffanyl4829]

I'm a Catholic and I realize that Mary is the new Ark of the Covenant, that ALL the women of the Gospels are restorative from earlier "versions"--In fact, Mary Magdalen was the first to preach the Gospel! BUT I think there are some in the Catholic Church that take it a little too far and it confuses our protestant brothers and sisters at a time when we need more unity. Mary is not necessary for salvation, only Jesus is. Mary, like other saints, point to Jesus. Jesus, Jesus, Jesus is what its all about. I wish they knew this about us, that we know the only way to Salvation is through Christ. I always refer people to "What are salvation issues?" We meet them on all salvation issues from trinity to Jesus's death and resurrection being our path to grace.

[@jeanb.5405]

Sure some go too far in honoring and praying or praising Mary but some Protestants also go too far in dishonoring her in demoting her in ignoring the Mother of Christ's role and example - or they go too far in proclaiming they are saved because they say 'Jesus come into my heart' - that is not even in the scriptures as being the means of salvation - you have to be baptized in water and in sprit - but they preach 'oh just accept Jesus thats all you have to do' --- likely they mean also get baptized and receive the holy spirit but the impression is all you must do is say these words...... see what I mean there are all sorts of things where people in any group go too far. But WHERE did you ever get that Magdaline was the first to preach the Gospel?

[@vixmeeker7983]

Can we have a discussion on a book by protestant . Ron Rhodes. 'Reasoning from the scriptures with Catholics' Im at work returning to my Catholic faith and re-learning. A fellow Christian tossed me this book.

[@Henry-eh2jk]

Catholics are not Christians. How are you getting to Heaven?

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

@@Henry-eh2jk and You henry, tell us, because You are christian, how are You getting to the Kingdom of heavan, as teached by YOUR faith ?? tell us, I'm very curious ? Second question, from which church are You a pastor ?? (If I may ask to You ??)

[@Henry-eh2jk]

@@adelbertleblanc1846 You are in error because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God. How are you getting to Heaven?

[@Henry-eh2jk]

Catholics are not Christians. Catholics deny the Finished work of the cross. Catholics deny the words of Jesus and what He has done for us. Catholics are not Christians. You make a fool of yourself by claiming they are. Catholics are not Christians. They serve different Gods.

[@ninamgtez]

So Purgotory, on the way to Heaven, Are we in Heaven Before Christ Second coming or during his second coming.Thanks for answering my question.

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

Someone wrote : "People that are "born again" are those that God has selected to be in the Kingdom" ! altough, here is a big problem : because as we know, the bible indicates that the number of saved is only 144000! can someone reassure me ?? because we know that JESUS-CHRIST saved all mankind ON the Cross and He says in the Gospel of John (14.1-3) : “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am."

[@MrBigStuff1]

Great show !!! Where do all religions come out from then ??? God is not divisive. Is God Okay with Religion’s or with just Catholics. ?????hmmmm ???

[@michaelliles69]

I am a Protestant Christian, but I have no issue with the Catholic Church, and in many ways, I wish I could join. Sadly, familial constraints prevent that. Don't see a need to upset a happy home, so Protestant I remain. I did order Brandon's books, however, and I look forward to reading them.

[@josemariamartincarvalhovon8853]

Do not think of your Comfort. Think of taking the risk of carrying the biggest cross God Want You to carry:OCIA.

[@20vu03]

Matthew 10:35-39 For I have come to set a man against his father, and a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law; and one’s foes will be members of one’s own household. Whoever loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me; and whoever loves son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me; and whoever does not take up the cross and follow me is not worthy of me. Those who find their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake will find it.

[@wilsonrivera7626]

​@@20vu0320:41

[@casey8726]

How are you getting to Heaven?

[@michaelliles69]

@@casey8726, is that a rhetorical question?

[@lisakourkafas6410]

Wanted to get books, but I live in Canada 😢😢

[@exploringwithnelly7455]

With regard to Mary, I always think of the words of Jesus to St. John, “Behold your mother”, as my guide to the reverence not worship of St. Mary.

[@Henry-eh2jk]

Praying the hail Mary is worshipping Mary.

[@lois2997]

Why do you prots troll catholic sites. What is the matter with you @@Henry-eh2jk

[@casey8726]

​@@lois2997To prove Catholic error

[@Tejadajessenia]

I took the offer….i just couldn’t refuse😊. Thank you all so much!!!!

[@kathiegoodman]

Can you do a show on Jesus Didn't say that in the Bible, why do we say Jesus did? Why do we think Jesus said that? Like did the fruit of the tree of knowledge really an apple? Does God tell us the fruit of the tree of knowledge. Other miss understanding of the Bible

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

The Holy Church gives us EVERYTHING we need for our Salvation: the sacraments, the teachings, the communion and prayers of the Saints, the Bible and above all a full knowledge of the person of Christ made freely accessible to all. So we are not alone on our path to salvation. Please, let us pray for the Church and for our priests.

[@casey8726]

How about a full knowledge of salvation? How are you getting to Heaven?

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

@@casey8726 You ask : How about a full knowledge of salvation? Response : THE EUCHARIST You ask : How are you getting to Heaven? Response : THE EUCHARIST

[@casey8726]

@@adelbertleblanc1846 The eucharist won't get you to Heaven. Where did you hear that? We are saved by Grace through Faith, in the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus the Christ.

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

You write : "The eucharist won't get you to Heaven. Where did you hear that?" If you Think so, then remain where You are. But, to me, You should take an appointment with a Priest. Find the Priest in the catholic church next to You and begin to learn ! Then You will get by yourself how deep are Your errors !! Good by !

[@casey8726]

@@adelbertleblanc1846 Don't tell me what to do. Worry about YOUR misstatements and lies. The eucharist will not get you to Heaven. No one comes to the Father except through Jesus!! not some wafer

[@kathmac37]

I want that deal 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@Pete.Ty1]

🙏🙏🙏 My understanding is that Mary is not Worshipped in her own right but is HONOURED as the mother of Jesus. Am I correct in this belief? . THANK YOU

[@janeyount8412]

Yes!!!

[@davidcole333]

Yes indeed. She is very honored. Catholics also believe in intercessory prayer, which is why Catholics "pray to" Mary...it's like asking your spiritual mother to add her intercessions on your behalf. Protestants will always pull out the "one mediator" argument at this point.

[@Pete.Ty1]

@@davidcole333 Thank you David

[@jeanb.5405]

Yes we believe she is our Spiritual Mother. Jesus is the head of the Church and we are the mystical body - She is His mother and therefore our mother as God is Jesus Father and by adoption we are God's children then also we are Mary's children. She is the greatest of all the saints and so is greatly honored. God worked through her to bring Jesus to us and we go through her at times to get closer to Jesus.

[@Pete.Ty1]

@@jeanb.5405 Thank you Jeanb

[@saradorris3554]

In many protestant churches they teach "woman" means Israel or Christ's church.

[@DakkogiRauru23]

Nooooo the origins of the Bible are supposed to be vague and unknown so I can interpret it however I waaaaant whyyyyyy

[@janeyount8412]

😂 Love the sarcasm.😉

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

A Christian loves the Cross and carries it. He loves the Christ and he accepts that the world hates him. The Holy Spirit is on him and enlightens him (Cardinal Nguyen Van Thuan).

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

I have a question : What is the evidence do for the “5 solas” ? Who gives any guarantee that they are true ? - Because none of the fathers of the church and none saint spokes about this "5 solas" - who does this come from?

[@marcusmuse4787]

The one description of Mary could also be in Genesis during the flood the flood can be looked at as a symbolic baptism and the ark itself as Mary's womb containing the salvation of the world or the church, Noah and his family.

[@casey8726]

Put the pipe down

[@margueritelangton6362]

The PLURALITY of God is present in Genesis 1 v1

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

Someone said to me that I’m not a Christian but a Catholic... Yet I’m baptized in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. I pray every day. I go each week to the mass. I try to practice the Gospel in my life, very modestly I try to get closer to JESUS-CHRIST a bit more each day, I try to base my life on the Faith, The hope and the Charity. So, what can I do, in addition, to be a christian ? someone has an idea ?

[@casey8726]

Consider what Jesus has done for you, not what you are doing for yourself.

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

@@casey8726 Cassey, you say : baptizm, prayers, sacrements, practice of the Gospel in his personal life, learn about JESUS-CHRIST every day are ALL useless to be christian ?? and I will be CHRISTIAN if I watch stupid things on TV all the my day and only with "CONSIDERING" what Jesus has done for me ?? - Dear Cassey, is it right or I misunderstand You ??

[@Henry-eh2jk]

​i​@@adelbertleblanc1846 I didn't say any of that. You did. I did say that you are a catholic, not a Christian. You deny what Jesus has done for you. Catholics are not Christians.

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

@@casey8726 dear Cassey, in other words, may I consider what JESUS-CHRIST has done for me, when I pray, when I'm at the Holy Mass, when reading and learning the GOSPEL and the person of JESUS-CHRIST, when practicing faith, Hope and Charity. Are there different kind of "considering" what JESUS-CHRIST has done for me ? also by changing and repenting to align my life with what JESUS asks ?

[@Henry-eh2jk]

​@@adelbertleblanc1846You missed the point. Again. Jesus died for sins. That is the path of salvation. You choose to look the other way. That's your loss. Jesus is the Way, the Truth and the Life.

[@L3V_qwp]

I have a question when I was younger, and was made I said the f swear word and had a blashphamous thought that was cursing the holy spirit , can I be forgiven for this?

[@jeanb.5405]

According to the Catholic Church, sin against the Holy Spirit is the refusal to accept the salvation that God offers to man through the Holy Spirit1. There are six acts that are considered sins against the Holy Spirit2345: Despairing of being saved Presuming on being saved without merit Opposing the known truth Envying another’s graces Obstinately remaining in sin Final impenitence - So Repent - go to confession - follow the right path and work on holiness.

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

In response to a comment, I would say : a Christian people must LOVE everyone, no matter his/her religion. Because JESUS-CHRIST teaches us that : LOVE everyone, and begin with your family and yours neighbourg! As a christian You must base your life on : FAITH, HOPE AND CHARITY/LOVE. Please READ and LAERN the GOSPEL. And pray !! Pray for Yourself and for the WORLD!

[@Henry-eh2jk]

Jesus loves you. He died for your sins. Jesus loves you. Why do you hate the Jews?

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

@@Henry-eh2jk You are a very fun guy, Henry ! Have a nice day !

[@Henry-eh2jk]

@@adelbertleblanc1846 Jesus loves you. He died for your sins. Why do you hate the Jews?

[@Henry-eh2jk]

Pray for the people, culture and nation of Israel. God bless the Jews.

[@casey8726]

​@@adelbertleblanc1846Why do you hate the Jews. I'm not funny, you are a hater

[@javileezk]

"The Bible has lots of contradictions and conflicts between different passages, which can make it confusing for readers. I kinda figured out later that it's not really a history book; it's more like a love letter written by someone who heard about Jesus' deeds."

[@casey8726]

I disagree with you. I kinda figured out? Ask, seek, and knock, the door will be opened. The Bible is God's love letter to us.

[@javileezk]

@@casey8726 Maybe I see religion more as a social thing, It could be because I haven't experienced enough, but sometimes I struggle to grasp that spiritual side of things.

[@casey8726]

@@javileezk It's not about a church. If you think it is, you have been lied to and you believe them. Salvation is found in no other name than Jesus. Jesus is the only way to Heaven. The catholic church opposes God and His Word. The catholic church is the Highway to Hell

[@casey8726]

@@javileezk Ask, Seek, and Knock the door will be opened. Otherwise, you will continue to not understand

[@ElsaBorzoi]

Notwithstanding the dog puke, guys, I believe I read somewhere that JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis were good friends. Lewis originally did not call himself a Christian at all, and Tolkien I believe was a cradle Catholic. They would get together in the evenings and argue about religion well into the night and eventually, Lewis converted. So even though he was Anglican, anything he picked up in his argumentative sessions with Tolkien would have been at least tainted some with Catholicism.

[@williamwilson9283]

❤👍🔥

[@drendaparfitt7417]

The Jewish writers gave us the bible. I suppose you put it together and i will give you thanks for that. Scripture has been around long, long before the catholic church. Jesus would say, "have you not read" etc.

[@Henry-eh2jk]

Yes. Your comment is correct. Don't believe the catholic lie(s).

[@drendaparfitt7417]

@@Henry-eh2jk I don't, never will.

[@lois2997]

Bs. We put the Bible together. You prots are so jealous you get triggered every day because we gave you the Bible. @@Henry-eh2jk

[@Henry-eh2jk]

​@@lois2997How many books of the Bible are written by catholics? How many books of the Bible are written to catholics? How many books of the Bible are written about catholics? How many books of the Bible use the word catholic or purgatory? None The Bible is a Jewish book stolen by the catholics. Nothing in all creation is hidden from Gods sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account. Hallelujah. Thank you Jesus

[@casey8726]

​@@lois2997the catholics stole the Bible from the Jews. Nothing about the Bible is catholic

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

Jesus himself consecrated the first priests in history (his apostles) to the table of the Lord's Supper that's why we have to call "Father" our priests. Yes indeed, still today, they are consacrated by JESUS, trough the Bischop !

[@casey8726]

Jesus did not start the catholic church

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

@@casey8726 You did not understand anything to the video and to my comment. So listen again and again this video and read again and again my comment. Thank You and good by !

[@casey8726]

​@@adelbertleblanc1846Jesus did not start the catholic church. Jesus is not catholic but satan is....

[@CatholicOnTheSpectrum]

The Mass is rooted firmly in Scripture.

[@casey8726]

Where?

[@CatholicOnTheSpectrum]

@@casey8726 The Christian can recognize the biblical nature of Catholic worship in the first prayer of the Mass, the sign of the cross. The language of the prayer comes directly from Matthew 28:19, where Jesus commands his apostles to go out into all nations and baptize them “in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.” The gesture, a cross over the body, is implicitly found in the book of Ezekiel when the prophet receives the following instruction: “Go through the city, through Jerusalem, and put a mark upon the foreheads of the men who sigh and groan over all the abominations that are committed in it” (Ezek. 9:4). The mark given was meant to label those among the faithful remnant of God’s people who abhorred the abominations to the Lord and spare them from God’s wrath and judgment. The significance for the gesture of the cross is that the word for mark in Hebrew is simply the Hebrew letter, taw, which is shaped like an X or plus sign. The Greek version is the letter tau, which is T-shaped, like the Franciscan cross. So the Catholic practice of making the sign of the cross not only reminds the Christian of the cross of Christ, which won the gift of salvation, but in light of the biblical tradition it also serves to be a visible expression of fidelity to the New Covenant in Jesus Christ and separation from the evil ways of the world. Another part of the introductory rite that parallels the biblical blueprint is the greeting. The priest says, “The Lord be with you,” and the congregation responds, “And with your spirit.” The first thing to note is the biblical origin of the language. It comes from 2 Timothy 4:22: “The Lord be with your spirit.” Like the sign of the cross, the theological significance of the phrase “the Lord be with you” lies in the Old Testament. Throughout salvation history such language is never used for ordinary people in ordinary circumstances. It always signifies a unique vocation and mission that will impact the whole history of Israel and ensure God’s protection and help in carrying out that mission. For example, when an angel calls Gideon to defend God’s people from a foreign invasion, the angel says, “The Lord is with you” (Judg. 6:12). The angel Gabriel greets Mary with the same phrase (Luke 1:28). When applied to our liturgical experience, this greeting signifies that the laity has access to the power of God to carry out its unique vocation in the Father’s plan of salvation: to be “witnesses to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8) and to “make disciples of all nations” (Matt. 28:19). Similarly, when the congregation responds, “And with your spirit,” it acknowledges that the priest too has a unique vocation within the Father’s plan of salvation: to make the cross of Christ present on the altar. The Confiteor, which is the prayer that begins “I confess to almighty God,” is also rooted in biblical tradition. An examination of the biblical texts in the Old Testament reveals that the act of verbal confession was an essential part of public worship for ancient Israel. When the Israelites renewed their covenant with Yahweh through the priest Ezra after returning to Jerusalem from the Babylonian exile, they “stood and confessed their sins” (Neh. 9:2). Leviticus 5:5 states that the penitent must verbally confess his sins as a part of the ritual for the guilt offering. A final prayer of the introductory rite that can be seen as constructed from the biblical blueprint is the Gloria. The very first line is a direct quote from the Bible: “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to people of good will.” These are the same words the angel addresses the shepherds with to announce the birth of the Messiah (see Luke 2:14, Douay Rheims Version). The titles that the prayer ascribes to God are also found in the Sacred Page, such as “almighty” (cf. Ps. 68:14, 91:1) and “heavenly king” (cf. Ps. 98:6, 99:4; Is. 43:15). In reference to Jesus, the language of “only begotten Son” comes from John 3:16: “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten [Greek, monogene] Son” (NAB). The title “Lamb of God” comes from John 1:29; “Holy One” is found in Revelation 3:7 and 16:5; and “the Lord” in 1 Corinthians 8:5 and Philippians 2:11.

[@CatholicOnTheSpectrum]

The next part of the Mass is the Liturgy of the Word, many of whose parts are embedded in Scripture. First of all, the very act of proclaiming the Word of God within the context of liturgy goes back to the book of Exodus. In the liturgical ceremony for the ratification of the Sinaitic covenant Moses “took the book of the covenant, and read it in the hearing of the people…” (Ex. 24:7). The Israelites then responded in faith by saying, “All that the Lord has spoken we will do, and we will be obedient” (Ex. 24:7). This corresponds to the liturgical practice of responding to the biblical readings with the words, “Thanks be to God.” It is a form of the New Israel’s response of faith to the New Covenant. Therefore, the liturgy, as the natural habitat for the proclamation of the God’s word, is an essential element of the blueprint for the worship that Israel, both old and new, must offer to God. A few of the prayers and gestures surrounding the gospel reading also have biblical precedence. One such prayer is the alleluia (Hebrew, “God be praised”)and finds its roots in the Jewish Hallel Psalms (Ps. 113-118), which are prayed in the Jewish Passover liturgy to give praise to Yahweh for deliverance from Egypt in the Exodus. The alleluia is also found in John’s heavenly vision of the wedding supper of the Lamb at which the angels praise God for his work of salvation through Jesus and announce the coming of the Lamb for his wedding feast (cf. Rev. 19:1-9). Therefore, the Catholic prayer of alleluia prior to the Gospel reading signals the celebration of a new Passover and a participation in the heavenly marriage feast of the Lamb. While praying the alleluia, one will notice that the congregation stands for the reading of the Gospel. This calls to mind Nehemiah 8:5, where the whole assembly stands when Ezra, the priest, begins to read from the book of the covenant as they renew the covenant with Yahweh after returning to Jerusalem from exile. Just as the assembly of Israel stood for the reading of the old Law of Moses, Christians stand for the reading of the new Law of Jesus as found in the Gospels. Another detail worthy of mention is the priest’s private prayer before the altar as he approaches the ambo: “Cleanse my heart and my lips, almighty God, that I may worthily proclaim your Gospel.” This request calls to mind the cleansing of Isaiah’s lips in Isaiah 6:6-7, which takes place prior to his prophetical proclamation of the word of the Lord to Israel. The priest, like Isaiah, requests the cleansing of his lips before proclaiming the word of the Lord to the New Israel, the Church.

[@CatholicOnTheSpectrum]

As the Mass moves into the Liturgy of the Eucharist, one continues to recognize a construct of prayers, gestures, and practices that allude to the Bible. For example, the bread and wine calls to mind the sacrifice of thanksgiving offered by the priest-king Melchizedek in Genesis 14:14-16. It is against this Old Testament backdrop that Jesus, whom the author of Hebrews identifies as a priest according to the order of Melchizedek (Heb. 5:10), offers bread and wine at the Last Supper. Therefore, the offering of bread and wine in the Catholic Mass signifies that the sacrifice soon to take place is one like Melchizedek, namely a sacrifice of thanksgiving (Greek, eucharistia), and is offered by a priest of the order of Melchizedek, i.e., the priest who acts in persona Christi. Another Bible passage that may come to mind during the offertory prayers is Daniel 3:39-40 (NAB), where Azariah prays while standing in the midst of the fiery furnace, “But with contrite heart and humble spirit let us be received; As though it were holocausts of rams and bullocks, or thousands of fat lambs, So let our sacrifice be in your presence today as we follow you unreservedly.” This passage serves as a possible background for the prayer for acceptance of sacrifice, which reads, “With humble spirit and contrite heart may we be accepted by you, O Lord, and may our sacrifice in your sight this day be pleasing to you.” Along with the prayers of offertory, the priestly act of washing hands models the biblical tradition. According to Leviticus 30:18-21, Moses instructs the Levitical priests to wash their hands in the bronze basin located next to the altar of sacrifice outside the tabernacle before entering to perform their priestly duties. The Catholic priest washes his hands because he is about to enter the heavenly tabernacle that is made present in time and space when he confects the Eucharist. An additional ritual worthy of highlight is the priestly offering of incense. For any Jew, this calls to mind the altar of incense located in the Holy Place of the wilderness tabernacle and in Solomon’s Temple at which the Levitical priest would minister. Furthermore, St. John describes in the Book of Revelation presbyters, i.e., priests, offering golden bowls of incense in the heavenly sanctuary (cf. Rev. 5:8). Therefore, the offering of incense in the Catholic Mass is one of common practice among the people of God throughout salvation history and signifies that the Catholic faithful mystically participate in the worship of the heavenly Temple. The next major prayer that contains elements directly derived from the Bible is the Sanctus. The threefold acclamation of God’s holiness-holy, holy, holy-is found in both the Old and New Testaments. In the Old Testament, the prophet Isaiah describes his vision of the heavenly throne room and how within it he sees and hears the angels singing, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts” (Is. 6:3). Similarly, St. John sees the same thing when he is given access to the heavenly throne room of the Lamb. He writes in Revelation 4:8, “And the four living creatures . . . day and night . . . never cease to sing, ‘Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!’” Perhaps this makes sense out of the preface before the prayer of the Sanctus: “And so, with angels and archangels, with thrones and dominions, and with all the hosts and powers of heaven, we sing the hymn of your glory, as without end we acclaim.” The Sanctus is thus a sign to the Catholic faithful that they are sacramentally entering into the heavenly sanctuary to join their voices with the heavenly beings.

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Next in the lineup are the words of institution, which unfortunately cannot be given a full exegesis due to the limited scope of this article. However, a few points cannot go without mentioning. First, the words “This is my body . . . this is my blood” find their origin in the Last Supper narratives of the Synoptic Gospels and St. Paul’s letter to the Corinthians (see Matt. 26:26-28, Mark 14:22-24, Luke 22:19-20, 1 Cor. 11:24-25). Secondly, the phrase “the blood of the new and eternal covenant” is a combination of Luke’s account, in which he records Jesus to say “the new covenant in my blood” (Luke 22:20) and Matthew’s version, in which Jesus is recorded saying, “For this is my blood of the covenant” (Matt. 26:28). It is Matthew’s Gospel that most explicitly makes the connection to the Old Testament tradition. If a Jew heard the words “the blood of the covenant,” he would immediately call to mind the ratification ceremony of the Sinaitic covenant in Exodus 24, where Moses says, “Behold the blood of the covenant which the Lord has made with you in accordance with all these words” (Ex. 24:8). Therefore, Jesus’ words at the Last Supper signify that it is the ratification ceremony for the New Covenant. It is this New Covenant ceremony that Catholics mystically share in and are present at in the celebration of the Eucharist. A final prayer that is necessary to establish as part of the Bible blueprint is the anamnesis of Eucharistic Prayer IV, which reads, in part, “we offer you his body and blood, the sacrifice acceptable to you which brings salvation to the whole world.” This offering of Jesus in sacrifice rings a sound of horror to the Protestant ear, considering that Hebrews 7:27 states, “He [Jesus] has no need, like those high priests, to offer sacrifices daily; . . . he did this once for all when he offered up himself.” Is the Catholic Church re-crucifying Jesus and consequently among those that the letter of Hebrews speaks of in 6:6: “they then commit apostasy, since they crucify the Son of God on their own account and hold him up to contempt.” The key to answering this question lies in the Catholic doctrine that the Eucharist makes present the one and same sacrifice of Christ in the here and now behind the signs of bread and wine (cf. CCC 1366-1367). Therefore, the sacrifice of the Mass is not a re-crucifixion of Jesus. But the question remains: Is this theological construct biblical? The answer is yes! The author of Hebrews describes Jesus as “a minister in the sanctuary and the true tent which is set up not by man but by the Lord” (Heb. 8:2). In other words, Jesus’ priestly ministry continues forever in the heavenly realm (cf. Heb. 7:25). Now, because “every high priest is appointed to offer gifts and sacrifices” (Heb. 8:3a) “it is necessary for this priest also to have something to offer” (Heb. 8:3b). What does Christ offer to the Father in the heavenly sanctuary as high priest? The offering cannot be anything less than his sacrifice on the cross, since that was his definitive priestly act. Therefore, the Bible blueprint reveals the one and same sacrifice of Christ on the cross being made present in the heavenly sanctuary in an unbloody manner. Such a conclusion is also supported by the fact that St. John describes Jesus appearing in the heavenly sanctuary as a slain lamb (cf. Rev. 5:6). Thus the crucifixion of Jesus Christ is forever made present before the Father and is not restricted to time and space. Consequently, that same sacrifice can be made substantially present in the here and now in an unbloody manner every time the faithful liturgically remember the sacrifice of Christ in the anamnesis. So, in conclusion, embedded in the sacred pages of God’s divine word is a blueprint with which God’s holy people, the Church, can construct a form of worship that is truly pleasing to the Lord. The Mass and the Bible are inseparable, and together they orient the Catholic faithful toward the destiny to which all humans are called: heaven.

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someone said : "Jesus says, in the Bible, not to call anyone father except your Father in Heaven." But, here Jesus, speaks about self-proclamed "religiuos" persons not about the priests. Because a priest is consacrated by a BISHOP, in fact by JESUS-CHRIST himself !! - So, we MUST call indeed a priest : Father.

[@casey8726]

Jesus said don't call anyone father except your Father in Heaven. Is Jesus incorrect?

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

@@casey8726 Helo Cassey/Henry ? Jesus himself consecrated the first priests in history (his apostles) to the table of the Lord's Supper that's why we have to call "Father" our priests. Yes indeed, still today, they are consacrated by JESUS, trough the Bischop !

[@lorrainericardo8680]

catholic means universal,

[@LJones-tx6eg]

It used to be.

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

Someone wrote "here is no purgatory. Its either Heaven or hell. You have been lied to" => I hope for him that he is predestinated (following his beliefs) to the Heaven.... I hope him that he is a TRUE PERFECT SAINT to enter Heaven. Because if you are NOT predestinated to heaven You should believe the Mercy of GOD and the PURGATORY. Because, following the GOSPEL : NO ONE can enter into the Heaven with his/her sins.

[@casey8726]

There is no purgatory. It's either Heaven or hell

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

@@casey8726 You did not understand anything to the video and to my comment. So listen again and again this video and read again and again my comment. Thank You and good by !

[@casey8726]

​@@adelbertleblanc1846You are the one who doesn't understand. the devil can quote scriptures, also. He doesn't understand them, either

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

JESUS is FAITH, HOPE and CHARITY/LOVE. and He is NOT "5 solas"

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

someone copie/paste a verse from SAINT-PAUL :" But the fruit of the Spirit is Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, GENTLENESS, and Self- control." Yes indeed, Saint-Paul, is a CATHOLIC SAINT

[@Henry-eh2jk]

That is from the Bible. The writings of Paul. Paul was born a Jew and after Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection; founded many Gentile churches. He is not a catholic saint. He's not even catholic.

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

@@Henry-eh2jk You are wrong : Paul IS a SAINT : see the magisterium of the CHURCH. And he IS CATHOLIC because he ate the EUCHARIST, like any other apostles of JESUS-CHRIST. See JOHN, chapter 13 !

[@Henry-eh2jk]

@@adelbertleblanc1846 Paul is not even catholic let alone a catholic saint. Paul belies in Jesus the Christ, not the catholic church, for his salvation. More catholic lies, straight from the mouth of the devil. I'm looking through you, you have deceived no one. The only fool in this conversation is YOU. Jesus loves you. Yes, Jesus loves you. He died for your sins and has given you the opportunity to serve Jesus in Paradise, forever! What more can one ask for? Spending eternity in Paradise, serving Jesus! Hallelujah! Praise the Lord! Thank you Jesus!

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@@Henry-eh2jk Henry, JESUS loves everyone ! Please begin to read en to learn the GOSPEL and You will begin to unterstand who is JESUS-CHRIST really ! And You too, you will begin to LOVE everyone, no matter who is he/her !

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@@adelbertleblanc1846 Jesus loves you. Why do you hate the Jews?

[@janicefredericks7505]

Infant baptism is Bible based or fear based historically?

[@janeyount8412]

In Acts, the "entire household" was baptized. This included adults, servants, children, and infants.

[@sunnyjohnson992]

Misconception: When the Bible says that a jailer in Philippi “and his entire household were baptized,” it implies that infants were baptized too. FACTS: For one thing, NO AGES are mentioned! For another, before the jailer and his household were baptized, they heard and accepted “the word of Jehovah God.” (Acts 16:31,32,34) Therefore, they must have been old enough to understand what was said and to believe in God and the Lord Jesus. Prior to baptism, an individual should understand at least the basic teachings of God’s Word and be living in harmony with those teachings. He must repent of his sins and through prayer, he has dedicated his life to God. (Acts 2:38,41; 8:13) Infants are not able to do these things.

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Historically God required the male child to be circumcised - this was the covenant and the boy was 8 days old. Now per Jesus no one can enter heaven if not baptized so the Christians continue the ritual of the child being 8 days old (therein). Its not fear based its part of our faith - we are slaves to sin until we are freed in baptism where original sin is wiped away.

[@adelbertleblanc1846]

To my opinion, a christian does not think “Biblically”. He thinks as JESUS-CHRIST teaches to us, in the GOSPEL !!