My Testimony | From Catholic to Christian

[@jesusiskingofmyheart]

Hi Sydney! Our testimonies are so similar. I grew up Catholic, stopped going to church all together, lived in rebellion and sexual sin, ended up in a horrible toxic abusive relationship which only left me more angry and lost -- then I finally stopped running away from God and ran to God and gave my life to God, putting my faith and trust in Jesus Christ!! He has changed my life and given me a new heart and Spirit! Praise be to God. All glory goes to Him! May God bless you and keep you, stay strong in the faith my sister. 🥰❤

[@sydneynguyen_]

Wow it’s like we lived the same life !

[@jesusiskingofmyheart]

@@sydneynguyen_ YES!! & Now our life is hidden with Christ in God. Praise the Lord! Thank you Jesus 🥰❤

[@johngraves9237]

@loveromana Wonderful!!

[@linhdoan9420]

The Bible is the Catholic book, Today date is the Catholic calendar. Please study deeper.

[@dantran1089]

I was born into and raised a Catholic but when I became an adult who could reason for myself, I converted to Protestant Christianity because I had realized many Catholic teachings are either man-made or simply UNBIBLICAL! For example, the Catholic Church exalts Mary, Jesus' Earthly mother, to the level almost if not equal to God, which can lead to idolatry.

[@DavidNicholson101]

Jesus never even called Mary His mother!

[@RS54321]

@@DavidNicholson101 How do you know that?

[@davidallen2025]

btw Catholics do support the fact that even those outside of the church that do not have access to the sacrmaent of Reconciliation can go to heaven. Jesus is merciful. The sacrament of confession is a place where we can receive God's grace and it can help us turn from sin by being given advice from a priest. It is Christ who forgives sins through the priest, the same Christ that forgives you when you are truly sorry after doing something sinful. Im sorry that you have been mislead and left the Church. I pray that you come back home, God bless.

[@TimeWillTell651]

Nah, RC isn’t home, it’s a made up religion. She’s fine where she’s at.

[@johngraves9237]

@@TimeWillTell651 Exactly, the pagan RCC has nothing to do with Jesus, that girl is free in Jesus now!!

[@johngraves9237]

@davidallen2025 Those of us who are born again have no idea who the RCC is, we do not recognize it, we find it strange and creepy since it has a voice different than our Lord and Savior

[@edalbanese6310]

No it’s false. Catholics believe that if you don’t belong to church you are not saved

[@jacqueslefave4296]

If confession is not needed for forgiveness of sin? What good is it? Can God not hear you? Is it even decent for a man to hear the intimate details of a young woman's sexual sins?😱🤔

[@lolashay219]

Perfectly said! So relatable! Born again Christian here trying to teach family how you don’t need Catholicism to know God.

[@Lerian_V]

Even the demons know God. So, you're right that you don't need the Catholic Church to know God. You need the Church to follow God's will and worship him the way he wants to be worshiped, not the way you want to worship him.

[@sandrinayousif842]

@@Lerian_V can you explain how he wants to be worshipped within scripture? thanks

[@Lerian_V]

@@sandrinayousif842 The early church gathered on the first day of every week to pray and break bread (which is what the Eucharist was called at the time). We also have records from the first century, second century, third century and so on describing what early Christian worship was like. Here's what it was like kzbin.info/www/bejne/amG7qYdora2rfZI

[@sandrinayousif842]

Lerian V that wasnt my question, i know in the book of Acts they broke bread, but God doesnt demand within scripture how he wants to be worshipped. he even warns us against empty rituals: Hosea 6:6, isaiah 29:13, mark 7:7 the pharisees were known for being so attached to tradition, they focused less on the Lord almighty they couldnt even recognize Him when he walked among them. Jesus wants us to leave our hearts in His pierced hands so that we may truly only desire Him. and from there, worship wont be continuous rituals, it’ll be you praising the God who saved you; a great example is David in the book of psalms, every chapter is a chapter of praise to our God, and he could do it outside the synogogue, i pray for blessings to come your way, in Jesus name 🤍🙏🏻

[@Lerian_V]

@@sandrinayousif842 However the early church led by the apostles and subsequently their successors worshiped is how he wants to be worshiped. Part of the worship is following his instruction: “This cup is the new covenant in My blood; do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me.” Apostle Paul says, "For as often as you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes." That's what the early church did, and that's what we who have followed the early Christians continue to do for almost 2000 years. It is not an empty ritual; Christ would not perform an empty ritual and instruct his disciples to continue doing the same until he comes back. Empty rituals ended in the first century at the time of Christ. Correct, the scribes and the Pharisees were attached to tradition while they had no inner conversion. That's why Jesus blasted them as hypocrites and whitewashed tombs. Being a Christian means holding on to the traditions which the apostles maintained and passed on us through their successors like Timothy, Titus, etc. I wonder if you understand these following verses: 1 Corinthians 11:2 Now I commend you for remembering me in everything and for maintaining the traditions, just as I passed them on to you. 2 Thessalonians 2:15 Therefore, brothers, stand firm and cling to the traditions we taught you, whether by speech or by letter.

[@hugoramirez7144]

I grew up Catholic and went to catholic school up to college and had no relationship with God. I actually hated God and thought of myself as an atheist because I thought that all there was were catholic rules and thar if you ever dinned you went to hell. I went to a catholic college and regretted it. I was a mess. I hated everything about God. Everyone there was mean and ungodly even the teachers. After dropping out due to no friends and poor grades never to return to school again. It was not until i started to connect to a Christian char room that I discovered what true Christians was. It was a big awakening. I did find a church but when I was betray when my friends left me when they coupled out and decided they did not want to hang out me anymore i backsliding for 15 years. I was bitter with God again. I came back a cryed out when my sister nearly died. I found the perfect church the first time and been going for over 4 years. Last year. I started to feel distant from God again and I was thin and I was thinking of leaving my church even though I had many close friends who cared for me. It was not until two weeks ago that an Tiktok live influencer random streamer testimony really got to me. So I cried out to God and got then got closer to him. I shared my testimony to all of my church groups. I also thanked the Tiktok influencer for her testimony renewal my faith and she thanked me. I am also proud of your video too. I hope it helps others too. Praise God.

[@kristenlahey9302]

I was as so raised in a catholic family and when I was 5 l started believing God but I didn't know born again ment but know I surrender my life to God

[@kandi_canel.5730]

I was baptized Catholic when I was in my early thirties. Was active in the church (did the linens), helped with bible studies. I then decided to do some research on the church. Thats when I decided to leave the church. You only need to confess your sins to God, not a priest. Purgatory is not necessary. Christ died on the cross for our sins. I'm now in a non-denominational church. I love it there!!

[@Rob9mm]

Ex-Catholic here. When I read the Bible and started to see so many Catholic teachings not in there it was the end for me. (confession to priests, purgatory, the list goes on)

[@takmaps]

Actually Confession to priests and purgatory are biblical doctrines. John 20:21-23 (CONFESSION) "21 Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” 22 And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. 23 If you forgive anyone’s sins, their sins are forgiven; if you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven.” The priest is an apostolic successor to the apostles of Christ, and assist their spiritual children in reconciliation for the remission of sins. There is biblical basis for purgatory but it will take me a while to unpack (if you are even interested)

[@nathaliedube2913]

@@takmaps I'll post a link explaining purgatory. That website is well done for biblical information. Could be useful to further evangelism in a near future. www.catholic.com/tract/the-roots-of-purgatory

[@takmaps]

@@nathaliedube2913 useful friend thank you

[@nathaliedube2913]

@@takmaps You are very welcome!

[@juliankonkani]

Watch my playlist "Protestants are not Christian". It will clear your doubts and save you from hell.

[@Jasonator1]

thanks for sharing your testimony! it's hard being vulnerable online, especially about your faith/Christianity, so I really appreciate you taking the time to post!

[@adrismit6084]

Spot on, it is not about religion, but all about relationship with Jesus Christ. Mary is not needed as a mediator either, that boils down to idolatry. She was a mere mortal used by God to fulfil His purpose to save humanity through His only begotten Son's blood

[@Lerian_V]

If you study what the Church actually teaches, and not what you think the church teaches, you will become Catholic.

[@adrismit6084]

Why the, did your pope say a few weeks ago, that the way to the Father is through Mary? Quite confusing if one takes into consideration Jesus's words: I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except Through Me (John 14:6). Why is Mary in the picture at all?

[@Lerian_V]

@@adrismit6084 Do you have any link to the pope's speech?

[@joshuaadlam6008]

Facts!!!

[@itsyooboii1464]

@@Lerian_V There is numerous false teachings from the Catholic Church as well as previous/current popes. When The Pope stepped into the White House a couple years ago(which was never done in history) he never once mentioned Jesus. & when he did, he said "Jesus' death on the cross was a failure." under no circumstance was Jesus a failure. It's unfortunate that you're not aware of this. But you believe "everything they preach is Christ like" simply because they claim they are the body of Christ? sounds like you trust in men more than you trust God.

[@MarkyMarc89]

_“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old is gone and the new has come!”_ - 2 Corinthians 5:17 I used to be very aggressive, offensive, jealous of others, addicted to pornography as I hear the devil tempting me saying, “Don’t worry, God will forgive you anyways.” and had even tried committing suicide three times by overdosing myself with all the negative thoughts, feelings, and the devil’s voice in my head. Whenever I angered another person I’d hear the devil saying, “You’re nothing but trouble. Your family is better off without you.” But God kept sparing the three times I tried to take my own life because I now know that He has greater plans for me. I’ve seen psychologists and have taken antidepressants but my problems kept coming back. When I spoke to my pastor about my problems we prayed together, and I accepted Jesus as my Lord and Savior. I was then water baptized becoming a born again Christian. When my pastor dunked me into the water my old self drowned, dying in it. When he rose me up, I became a new creation. Within time, my personality completely changed, miraculously my addiction to pornography and feelings of anger were completely healed. Since then, I’ve no longer had any lustful desires despite any sexual images that lie in front of me and always remind myself to turn worries into prayers. I’m now growing spiritually as the Holy Spirit gave me the gifts of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness faithfulness, and most importantly, self-control. If my prayers are not answered at the time I expect it to happen, I always remind myself to trust God’s timing as my life is in God’s hands (not mine) as He knows when the right time to answer my prayer is. In this stage of Christian transformation, you leave your past behind with the things you used to do that don’t glorify Christ. _“Jesus declared, ‘I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.’ ”_ - John 3:3 The entrance to the kingdom of God requires repentance a spiritual rebirth. Jesus taught that God’s kingdom has already begun in the hearts of believers. _“And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the Lord’s glory, are all being transformed into His likeness with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord Jesus, who is the Spirit.”_ - 2 Corinthians 3:18 The glory that imparts from believers is more excellent and lasts longer than the glory Moses experienced. The more we learn about and follow Christ, the more we become like Him. This stage is what makes us grow spiritually. Keep moving forward without looking back to your old life. Don’t live in your sins, don’t accept it as it’s not part of you. The Word of God is the number one food that will make your spirit grow and become mature.

[@janetholmes]

I thank God you're still here and for your fight!

[@TNP33]

Wow- I literally gasped when you talked about what the teacher said to you about confession/ hell. 🤭 I grew up Catholic too but now am a born again Christian. After reading the Bible for myself I finally realized that Jesus just wants a relationship with us and is actually against religion. Thanks for sharing your testimony. Thank you JESUS!

[@lyndavonkanel8603]

As a baptized Catholic I am a born again Christian for "it is by water and Spirit that we are born again".

[@lyndavonkanel8603]

@@mariolaaaa When I was four years old, my younger sister, twin brothers and I were baptized. I thought the priest was washing my hair and when he "forgot the soap" as I thought, it seemed to me he didn't do a good job, in fact, didn't know how to do it right at all. But, as I learned later, I had been baptized in water and Spirit, just as Jesus commands. Just like he told Nicodemus when He instructed him on how we become born again. So, since the age of four the Spirit has dwelt within me and I have known His guidance and been aware of wonderful, loving His Presence many times. The "Born Again" emotional experience I often hear about sounds like the conversion event, the first time one recognizes that Christ is Lord and wants to give his or her life to Him. That is so important and beautiful! Taking it a little farther, St.Francis said to be converted daily, changing a little more toward Jesus, a little more in love with Him each day. That's where I am now, living in Him and He in me. Does that answer your question?

[@lyndavonkanel8603]

He wants us to have the sacraments, too. They build the relationship.

[@lyndavonkanel8603]

What did you read that convinced you that Jesus is against religion?

[@pathwaytoheaven12]

Yes I was surprised the teacher told her that too.

[@yngclothing]

I love this! So happy for you. My dad led my family to Christ in the 90s when he left Catholicism. Best decision he made, because we are no longer tied to religiosity. Love you sis! I’ll be praying for your sustained growth in Christ

[@dstrong86bluecoffee]

FAR FROM ROME, NEAR TO GOD - Fifty Born Again Former Catholic Priests CATHOLICISM EAST OF EDEN (Not Bible -- False Teachings of Catholic Catechism) by Richard Bennett CATHOLICISM CRISIS OF FAITH video (Born Again Former Catholic Priests Nuns) Berean Beacon Ministry of Richard Bennett (now Born Again former Catholic priest) THE TRUTH SET US FREE TWENTY FORMER NUNS TELL THEIR STORIES - book Richard Bennett WE ARE FORMER ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIESTS AND NUNS CONVERTED TO BIBLICAL TRUTH video

[@glennlanham6309]

www.youtube.com/@FiledUnderFaith

[@MelanieRamirez-Hernandez]

Thank you so much for sharing your testimony 🤍 I currently am catholic but I've been considering converting to a christian. I too as well have gotten to a point where I didn't wanna associate myself to any religion just because everything seems confusing at times and it becomes overwhelming but I believe God has planted that seed in me to take this step and become an official christian. God bless you all and never forget God loves you 🫂🤍

[@sydneynguyen_]

Best decision you’ll ever make and it’s less about the title of Christian or following a certain religion and it’s all about the relationship you’ll have with God where you realize you can come to Him as you are. No middle man. No priest to confess your sins to. No saints to pray to. No Mary to pray to. No rituals you must do or you go to hell. You can go straight to the Creator of the Universe and have a relationship with Him. ❤️ Let me know if you need any guidance. It was tough shedding what was engrained in me from Catholicism.

[@eric.loves.to.fish1]

@@sydneynguyen_ It's way easier to be a protestant than to be a Catholic with no priest to confess, no saints to pray to, no rituals, as you say. And yet many protestant pastors have become Catholic even though it means giving up their financial security as pastors, leaving their congregation, being snubbed by some of their (protestant) friends. Have you ever wondered why they do this? After all they know more about the bible than most of us, right? So why they become a Catholic? Think for a moment. The answer is because they found the true Church. The Church that Jesus established. So for the sake of truth and to be with holy mother Church, they give up their protestant church...even if it involves a lot of sacrifice (loss of pastoring job, financial security, etc). Bless you and hope one day you will return to the Bride (the Church) that Jesus the Bridegroom loves and die for. Yes, the Bridegroom never leaves His Bride (the Church). He promised to be with her till the end of the age). For Jesus told His apostles (the founders of the Church) _"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. _*_And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age._*_ (Matthew 28:19-20) .”_ Yes, Jesus never leaves His Bride (Church). So follow His example. Stay with her, I pray you will return to her one day. Amen.

[@AV-sr5by]

There are so many misconceptions about the Catholic faith. I was a Catholic who didn’t know my faith and didn’t fully practice it. I went to a non denominational church for many years. I experienced what it’s like to have a relationship with the Lord (I still called myself Catholic). By the grace of God, and in prayer, He led me back to His Church. My spirit was yearning for more as I was listening to Catholic Bible studies in a community (what Evangelicals would call “small groups”). I felt the Holy Spirit feeding my soul more and more and found myself in tears of joy at times when reading the Bible as it was as if I was infused with automatic knowledge and saw the Church’s sacraments clearly in the Bible. I wondered at times, why the Lord didn’t show me this before, but His timing is perfect. He doesn’t impose Himself on our will and meets us where we are at. If I can give you a visual picture (doesn’t give it justice really but for the sake of giving one), my early walk was like having a yummy slice of cake, and later, seeing where that slice came from, a whole cake with the original “ingredients”, the fullness of truth, the Church that Christ founded, the Catholic Church. The sacraments are such a gift that many take for granted and some don’t understand it. Want to know what happens at mass in the spiritual realm? Check out this 5 minute film that depicts what happens in the spiritual realm called “The Veil Removed” (channel has the same name). ❤️ If you find yourself disconnected from God, ask The Holy Spirit to ignite His flame in you, talk to Him that you want a relationship with Him. His word says “if you seek me, you will find me, if you seek me with all your heart.” His body and blood, His REAL presence in the Eucharist.... priceless.❤️😍🙏🏻 I could go on and on but check out Keith Nester’s channel (his testimony. He was an evangelical pastor now a fervent Catholic on fire for God). God bless you and guide you.😊🙏🏻

[@Thomas-lm1cn]

There is still hope for you. 10 As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one: (Romans 3:10) You may think and say "I'm a very good person" or "I always try to do good". All without Christ are equally wicked in the sight of the LORD. You could try to work your way to Heaven by doing good works, but if you have committed 1 sin, you are guilty of breaking the whole law (James 2:10). 23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; (Romans 3:23) All people have sinned against a holy and righteous God. Let me ask you this: do you admit that you have done wrong and committed sin? Whenever we sin against God, we are guilty of that sin(s). 23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. (Romans 6:23) There are consequences to our actions. Every choice we make has a consequence whether it be good or bad. If a person dies without accepting Christ as his or her Savior, especially Roman Catholics, that same person will wake up in Hell awaiting the Great White Thrown Judgment. All the unsaved will be thrown into the lake of fire after the Great White Throne Judgment. 8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. (Romans 5:8) The Lake of fire is a scary place. The good news is that there is a way to escape the lake of fire right now today. 5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. 6 All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the LORD hath laid on him the iniquity of us all. (Isaiah 53:5-6) Jesus Christ was born of a virgin. He was beaten for you. He paid the price of your sins on the cross at Calvary with his precious blood. His blood was shed for you, so that you have a chance to get saved from the lake of fire. 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. (John 3:16-17) God cares about us. He loved us so much that he was willing to send Jesus Christ to die for us so that we don't have to spend eternity in the lake of fire. 9 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. 10 For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. (Romans 10:9-10) Jesus Christ died on the cross and was buried and on the 3rd day, he rose again from the dead. We all have a chance for salvation. God give us many chances to get saved. Even though God is a righteous judge, he still loves us. 13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. (Romans 10:13) If you want to get saved, all you have to do is to Admit that you are a sinner, Believe on the LORD Jesus Christ and what he did for you, & Call upon his name with a humble, repentant, willing, and contrite heart sincerely, and he will save you from the lake of fire. Get saved today, because you might not have another tomorrow. Go to Jesus for he is merciful. 28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28) 4 And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. 5 And he that sat upon the throne said, Behold, I make all things new. And he said unto me, Write: for these words are true and faithful. (Revelation 21:4-5)

[@AlmaChavez-sf4pk]

Same here!

[@MamaSep17]

This testimony is so encouraging. I always have to preface “okay this is my experience so I can’t speak for anyone else ….BUT” same exact testimony as yours! ❤ thank you for sharing!

[@erik9157]

I was torn between joining catholic or Protestant but ultimately landed on Protestant. A relationship with Jesus is greater than man made tradition. I just didn’t agree with the notion that without the sacraments you can’t be saved. Also at the Catholic Churches I was attending no one really spoke to me vs the non denominational ones where there was more sense of community.

[@countryboyred]

You made a good choice buddy just make sure your church preaches the Bible and doesn’t stray from it. Beware of false teachers.

[@RobT07]

You’re also following man-made tradition if you’re Protestant. Sola Sciptura is not in the Bible. Ignatius of Antioch was appointed by Peter and wrote letters referring to the Church as Catholic. Research him, Polycarp, Clement of Rome. Read the Didache. The early Church was the Catholic Church.

[@RobT07]

@@countryboyredDon’t forget to add the books Luther removed. He wanted to remove James too.

[@countryboyred]

@@RobT07 that’s true

[@cassandra7778]

@@RobT07 purgatory does not exist, neither can the dead hear our prayers. as an ex catholic. Only a relationship with jesus christ can save us. None of these praying to statues, rosary, going for a procession of our lady is even in the bible. I do not agree with some books in the apocrypha as it has been proven that some of the book are not accurately written. There is a principality in the kingdom of darkness i believe they call it Queen of the coast or Queen of heaven behind the statue of Mary that can grant mass miracles to keep you in spiritual bondage. This is proven in african witchcraft. As a believer of christ you should understand principalities, powers and rulers of the kingdom of darkness and how they operate.

[@CHEKPNT]

Being raised as a Catholic doesn’t mean you were an informed Catholic. I wanted to be Born-again not Bored again during mass. My grandma’s advice was to know everything before thinking of leaving Catholicism… I’m now a proud Informed Catholic. Don’t let uninformed Catholic or non-Catholics tell you what Catholicism is or isn’t … dig really deep and find out yourself. #CatholicAnswers

[@richardace4029]

What made you stay as a Catholic? I’m curious as well cause I’ve been advised to go to Evangelical church

[@stevostevozz1168]

catholic answers tell us about the millions of south american catholics leaving the catholic church ?@@richardace4029

[@CrystalBallPieces]

First of all, thank you so much for sharing your story and your testimony. I literally went to KZbin and searched "going from Catholic to Christian", and your video came up. I was also raised Catholic. I have never heard someone describe, almost exactly, my experience. Especially when you said that you were not familiar with the idea of having a personal relationship with God.....in my Catholic-mass-attending years, I never heard that either. Thank you again, and I hope you're doing well.💜

[@glennlanham6309]

www.youtube.com/@FiledUnderFaith

[@patriciajohnson1894]

As a Christian (I'm catholic). I listened with an open mind. I respect your decision but the things you saying tells me that you were badly catechised and not true

[@patriciajohnson1894]

@Christy G 🤔

[@patriciajohnson1894]

@Christy G I said what I needed to say..... And no I'm not spiritually blind as you put it. God bless your journey. I'm blessed in mine....

[@flower5396]

@Christy G Youre spiritual blindness is sending you to hell.

[@flower5396]

@@patriciajohnson1894 Well said.

[@gordonwilliams3558]

As an ex catholic myself please flee from catholicism....its so demonic learned it the hard way...

[@liselottgajsek]

I am a Christian myself but my husband is a Catholic and so are my children. I love The Lord so much and I have recently done a teaching about The pobe and Mary . I felt lead to do this . But I am being attacked in my mind. You see!!! My son is going to babtize his son in The Catholic Church. I feel I am a hypocrite if I go when it feels so wrong when it comes to this with Mary etc. The enemy really is attacking me and I get thoughts like… you don’t love your children or what if God wants you to go so you show his love to them. But the Bible say we must flee Idolatry and false teachings. So now my question is: What is your opinion about this? I mean you have being a Catholic? It’s hard to make my husband to understand. He even say that it is the Catholic that has written the Bible . Bless you 🙏🙏🔥🔥

[@steffiborges9392]

Even iam a ex catholic from past 4years, iam a born again believer now. For me also this confessing before priest was very uncomfortable thing to me because even i don't want to confess i have to forcefully confess and than i came to point i can share anything wrong i have done Jesus freely without hesitation and shame but I don't want to share that to priest. Would like to connect with new believers the ex-catholics somewhere on social media 😊 I can completely relate with this sisters testimony.

[@dstrong86bluecoffee]

FAR FROM ROME, NEAR TO GOD - Fifty Born Again Former Catholic Priests CATHOLICISM EAST OF EDEN (Not Bible -- False Teachings of Catholic Catechism) by Richard Bennett CATHOLICISM CRISIS OF FAITH video (Born Again Former Catholic Priests Nuns) Berean Beacon Ministry of Richard Bennett (now Born Again former Catholic priest) THE TRUTH SET US FREE TWENTY FORMER NUNS TELL THEIR STORIES - book Richard Bennett WE ARE FORMER ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIESTS AND NUNS CONVERTED TO BIBLICAL TRUTH video

[@tomcruze8153]

Hey Steffi, sorry to hear you had such a bad relationship with confession, but it is actually a wonderful thing, and is grounded in the Bible, infact you should read John 20:23 where jesus gives the apostles the authority to forgive sins

[@tomcruze8153]

Hey Steffi, sorry to hear you had such a bad relationship with confession, but it is actually a wonderful thing, and is grounded in the Bible, infact you should read John 20:23 where jesus gives the apostles the authority to forgive sins

[@Thomas-lm1cn]

I'm glad you got saved out that papal system. I also got saved out of that satanic system. I am a true born again Christian who is a White Anglo-Saxon Protestant.

[@caseycampbell1386]

@@steffiborges9392 What were you taught a born again Christian is?

[@solafide9533]

​ @Louis Schenker *No. God can do that does not mean God did that. You are playing games. Doctrines come from what Scriptures Does Say. Not from speculations which R Catholic doctrines came from.* you said 1. Are you limiting God saying He can't preserve Mary to not sin?

[@MamaSep17]

I remember in 7th grade at my Catholic school I genuinely asked my teacher if the stories in the Bible really happened… she said with air quotes “they’re just ‘stoooories’” which was SO confusing. 😩 grateful that God drew me to Himself and I was born again at 23, 10 years saved this year! Best part of my life ❤

[@sydneynguyen_]

Ugh yes very confusing for me too!! So happy for you ❤️❤️

[@jmdsservantofgod8405]

When I left the RCC I felt bad for a couple of weeks but then I realized what did I lose? I still have Jesus but now in a much better way! I can read the Bible for myself! The worship is full of life! I am saved! My faith is in Jesus and is growing! I want to serve God! So…..leaving the RCC was a major improvement in my spiritual life!

[@bornbranded29]

You want fast food faith, what you want, when you want, how you want. And what's your excuse for not reading the bible? Are you slow? Dyslexic? I am Catholic, I own a bible, I even have bible and liturgy apps. Was someone holding a gun to your head not to read? And what did you lose? communion, confession, authority, orthodox theology. Good riddance pagan.

[@Dazireofyourheart512]

This is a very powerful video💕 God bless you keep fighting the good fight. Stay at the feet of Jesus 💕

[@Dazireofyourheart512]

Stay firm on the truth!

[@Dazireofyourheart512]

I would love to connect with you! Please let me know!

[@bornbranded29]

She's staying at the feet of premarital sex, based on the video

[@BlueOstinato]

God bless you for your testimony sister. Thank you for sharing. I was with the Roman church but by the Grace of God was saved and am now a Christian.

[@daninspiration4064]

You just failed to see the Eucharist as Jesus. Following Jesus doesn’t need to feel comfortable. It’s about to learn how to find peace in the midst of suffering.

[@camilacastellanos-kf9kp]

Thank you so much for sharing! I needed it to heard this!

[@mellowyellow7703]

This video changed my life. I have been having a really hard time also converting from catholicism. Thank you sm. God Bless you ♥️

[@goofygrandlouis6296]

You guys must be from the USA. Because Catholicism in France is one of the easiest religion there is. People go to Mass mostly on Christmas and Easter, and most people don't go to confessions either. The priests are happy enough if you just show up to go to church ^^.

[@MelaniesManicures]

Maybe converting might not be the right thing just really research it and pray about it.

[@mariolaaaa]

I left Catholicism after 27 years and started seeking God through reading the Bible... my experience has been unreal and Glory to God I have been reborn. I can feel the presence of the Holy Spirit within me

[@Ulice90]

@@mariolaaaa let me message you. YOu think you feel the presence of the holy spirit because you read the bible and come to your own conclusion ? SO how come that there are more than 20.000 protestant denominations ? All read the bible. All think they are guided by the holy spirit and somehow all come to different conclusions on different topics ?

[@jennroyale2348]

@@mariolaaaa what church do you attend now??..

[@TheBrideofChristRev]

Thank you sister for your testimony I from Indonesia we're the same from Catholic before God bless 🙏

[@tonyornelas9374]

The Bible says, "Call no man, your father for your father is in heaven." Their is only one mediator between you and the father the man Christ Jesus.

[@abbygigi8345]

Relationship is so much better than religion!

[@flower5396]

Religion means to have a relationship with God. Protestants don't know anything about Christianity that's why their churches are all different.

[@itsyooboii1464]

@@flower5396 Jesus didn't come to spread religion, He came to spread love & salvation through Him & Him alone. Furthermore, through out Biblical scripture God talks against the religious.

[@dstrong86bluecoffee]

FAR FROM ROME, NEAR TO GOD - Fifty Born Again Former Catholic Priests CATHOLICISM EAST OF EDEN (Not Bible -- False Teachings of Catholic Catechism) by Richard Bennett CATHOLICISM CRISIS OF FAITH video (Born Again Former Catholic Priests Nuns) Berean Beacon Ministry of Richard Bennett (now Born Again former Catholic priest) THE TRUTH SET US FREE TWENTY FORMER NUNS TELL THEIR STORIES - book Richard Bennett WE ARE FORMER ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIESTS AND NUNS CONVERTED TO BIBLICAL TRUTH video

[@ItsOnPaper]

Lord have mercy…

[@deliverancedownunder]

Bless you sister, many many Catholics around the world are waking up to the truth of Jesus Christ. Thank you for sharing your testimony, our Testimony from Victoria also starts with Catholicism and ends with the truth of Jesus, Amen!

[@Tjfcr]

💀💀💀

[@biblealone9201]

we have had the truth for over two thousand Years not your Chinese menu of pick this or that💋💋

[@lyndavonkanel8603]

It's so sad that you didn't get the answers that are fully available in the Catholic CHRISTIAN church. Because of poor teachers and incomplete answers you're missing out on the fullness of our faith. I pray that you will someday find your way home again.

[@francismtema1614]

A true Christian is the one who believes in the Lord Jesus and has been born again. Faith in a religion or in a Church, even the Catholic Church, does not save anyone.

[@lyndavonkanel8603]

@@francismtema1614 I have total faith in Jesus our Savior. The Church nurtures that faith in Him.

[@raine767]

@@lyndavonkanel8603 not the catholic church

[@lyndavonkanel8603]

@@raine767 Yes, the Catholic church.

[@sedemejersonvlogs]

@@lyndavonkanel8603 lol you guys are funny .it's one God were all serving she has found one that works for her can we let her be? thanks

[@Scythianjo-hn]

Shalom sister. What a powerful and honest testimony. Praise be the father and Son for shaking you wide awake. Bless you.

[@joaniedutoit5354]

@Qui est Cet homme 3 I'd say yes❤ No harm in getting baptised again.

[@glennlanham6309]

www.youtube.com/@FiledUnderFaith

[@countryboyred]

@@joaniedutoit5354eh that’s debatable. Paul says “one Lord, one faith, one baptism”. So there really isn’t a need to get baptized again as long as you were baptized in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Just my opinion.

[@masonchristensen1392]

@quiestcethomme3915 No. One baptism for the forgiveness of sin. If it's in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, it is valid.

[@masonchristensen1392]

@@joaniedutoit5354 [One] Baptism for the forgiveness of sin. It's for starting anew, no need to if you've already recieved it.

[@dannyboy6598]

Sydney. You are on the right track. Renounce everything Catholic. There are many catholic doctrines that are anti bible, that will lead you away from God. Seek the Holy Spirit for all your spiritual matters. He is just waiting to help

[@suestephan3255]

Yes and keep reading your Bible… it’s in there. God bless your journey

[@heythere4469]

My question is: which Bible came first? The Catholic Bible or the NKJV? I believe there are 7 books missing that are in the Catholic Bible. And didn’t the church exist before the Bible? Went from Catholic to having similar story. To Christian and now being led back to seeking these answers. Which Bible is the true Bible?

[@dannyboy6598]

@@heythere4469pls seek the Holy Spirit when u read the bible. He will enlighten. The 0ld testament existed before jesus came on the scene. Some books were removed by the Catholic Church. Some books were also excluded by the Christians from the present bibles bc they were not inspired. But there are enough books in all bibles to enlighten u about Almighty God n for salvation, so no problem. But sadly almost all catholics don't read n obey what is in the bible. That's why many many catholics will be lost. We cannot be saved by praying the rosary daily or wearing scapulars or miraculous medals or doing novenas or going to confession or keeping statues or praying to Mary or going to fatima or lourdes. So pls read n obey the bible. It is God's word

[@dannyboy6598]

@@heythere4469 the early Catholic Church only put the books of the bible together. N if they only did that, it means tht the books were already written, by the respective authors. So the OT n NT books were already written before the Catholic bible. The NT books were also written about AD 60 to AD 90, way before the Catholic Church was started.

[@johnsteila6049]

Where do you think The New Testament came from, dude?..

[@irelda]

I once was a Catholic as well before I gave my life to Jesus, so I completely relate to your testimony. What I do want to say though is at 11:43 I don't agree that telling people about their sin and the consequences of sin is from the Devil. Of course, I do agree that doing it with ill intent is not right, but doing it out of love for the other person is what matters. Explaining the full simple gospel is the key. One can't tell someone they are sinners and going to hell without explaining why and that Jesus satisfied the wrath we were supposed to face on the cross. If we just tell people that Jesus loves them and forgives them of their sin, they won't take sin as seriously as someone that knows the consequence of sin and the significance of His death and resurrection.

[@gregtowle8830]

Can I ask you to help someone? Please let me know .

[@dstrong86bluecoffee]

FAR FROM ROME, NEAR TO GOD - Fifty Born Again Former Catholic Priests CATHOLICISM EAST OF EDEN (Not Bible -- False Teachings of Catholic Catechism) by Richard Bennett CATHOLICISM CRISIS OF FAITH video (Born Again Former Catholic Priests Nuns) Berean Beacon Ministry of Richard Bennett (now Born Again former Catholic priest) THE TRUTH SET US FREE TWENTY FORMER NUNS TELL THEIR STORIES - book Richard Bennett WE ARE FORMER ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIESTS AND NUNS CONVERTED TO BIBLICAL TRUTH video

[@tomcruze8153]

​@@gregtowle8830 hey there, who do you need help with?

[@glennlanham6309]

www.youtube.com/@FiledUnderFaith

[@caseycampbell1386]

@@irelda What makes you think you didn’t “give your life to jesus” While you were still Catholic? If you didn’t do it then? What does leaving the church have to do with it? Sounds like a personal choice you could have made at any time.

[@AeipathyOfAprill]

Hi Sydney! I was born and raised Catholic-Christian and still am a part of the Christian Catholic faith today. I firstly want to say, thank you for sharing your testimony and being so open and honest. I am so sorry that you had to endure the hurtful things that you mentioned. I just really want to encourage you--and everyone--to look deeper into the teachings, history, and Biblical basis of the Catholic faith. Unfortunately, it seems like the teachers you had did a poor job of catechizing and explaining the faith. For example, confession is SO much more complicated than what your teacher told you; in fact, I would argue that she was wrong. Please, give it another chance! I would love to discuss it with you, and/or recommend some KZbin channels/authors to help! Some great places to start would be CatholicAnswers, Scott Hahn (author), and KZbin videos by Father Mike Schmitz. God bless!

[@edalbanese6310]

Yes but you don’t believe other have Jesus except Catholics. How about the Orthodox? Did not the Catholics split from them? What sect do you belong to?

[@levap06]

When you go out of the Church, you are going to be by your own. I hope you find by the grace of Christ your way back to the only Church of Jesus (Catholic Church)

[@Lugo1908]

All Catholics are Christians, not all Christians are Catholic. May God bless you and everyone reading. The issue with the teacher is the she never explained the acts of perfect contrition, you can pray to God outside of a confessional and be absolved within your own heart. I'd rebuke her for teaching what the catholic church does not. The priest is there to mediate, propose an act of penance , give counsel on how to live a better Christian life, not to forgive sin, that belongs to God.

[@swantiko]

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding. Acknowledge him in all your ways, and he will make your paths straight.

[@jesusiskingofmyheart]

Amen❤

[@jediv3381]

*Jesus and apostles all appealed to Scriptures only as support for doctrines. They did that 150 times in nt alone. They did not appeal to traditions of Pharisees and Moses as doctrines. NT church of the Bible also appealed to “what God says” and “what God said” as support for doctrines at Jerusalem Council. Acts 15. Not traditions. Isn’t that good enough proof Christians should only take doctrines from Scriptures only?* Mat 2:5 So they said to him, "In Bethlehem of Judea, for thus it is written by the prophet: Mat 4:4 But He answered and said, "It is written, 'MAN SHALL NOT LIVE BY BREAD ALONE, BUT BY EVERY WORD THAT PROCEEDS FROM THE MOUTH OF GOD.' " Mat 4:6 and said to Him, "If You are the Son of God, throw Yourself down. For it is written: 'HE SHALL GIVE HIS ANGELS CHARGE OVER YOU,' and, IN THEIR HANDS THEY SHALL BEAR YOU UP, LEST YOU DASH YOUR FOOT AGAINST A STONE.' " Mat 4:7 Jesus said to him, "It is written again, 'YOU SHALL NOT TEMPT THE LORD YOUR GOD.' " Mat 4:10 Then Jesus said to him, "Away with you, Satan! For it is written, 'YOU SHALL WORSHIP THE LORD YOUR GOD, AND HIM ONLY YOU SHALL SERVE.' " Mat 11:10 For this is he of whom it is written: 'BEHOLD, I SEND MY MESSENGER BEFORE YOUR FACE, WHO WILL PREPARE YOUR WAY BEFORE YOU.' Mat 21:13 And He said to them, "It is written, 'MY HOUSE SHALL BE CALLED A HOUSE OF PRAYER,' but you have made it a 'DEN OF THIEVES.'" Mat 26:24 The Son of Man indeed goes just as it is written of Him, but woe to that man by whom the Son of Man is betrayed! It would have been good for that man if he had not been born." Mat 26:31 Then Jesus said to them, "All of you will be made to stumble because of Me this night, for it is written: 'I WILL STRIKE THE SHEPHERD, AND THE SHEEP OF THE FLOCK WILL BE SCATTERED.' Mat 27:37 And they put up over His head the accusation written against Him: THIS IS JESUS THE KING OF THE JEWS. *Even nt Church of the Bible (Apostles and elders) appealed to the Word of God for determination of doctrines in Acts 15. The council did not decide based on their own words; neither on traditions of Pharisees or Moses. They based their decisions on "WHAT GOD SAID". Yes they met at Jerusalem council Acts 15 to discuss. But they appeal to what God says. Using God's word to decide what to do!* *Bible says decision was made by Apostles and elders. Not single leader Peter!! (let alone pope). Acts 15:6, 16:4.* Act 15:6 Now the apostles and elders came together to consider this matter. Act 16:4 And as they went through the cities, they delivered to them the decrees to keep, which were determined by the apostles and elders at Jerusalem. *1. Peter appealed using what God told him:* to him rgd his vision of the clean and unclean animals in Acts 10.. That gentiles are accepted. Act 10:13 And a voice came to him, "Rise, Peter; kill and eat." Act 10:14 But Peter said, "Not so, Lord! For I have never eaten anything common or unclean." Act 10:15 And a voice spoke to him again the second time, "What God has cleansed you must not call common." Act 15:7 And when there had been much dispute, Peter rose up and said to them: "Men and brethren, you know that a good while ago God chose among us, that by my mouth the Gentiles should hear the word of the gospel and believe. *2. James appealed using the Word of God:* Act 15:13 And after they had become silent, James answered, saying, "Men and brethren, listen to me: Act 15:14 Simon has declared how God at the first visited the Gentiles to take out of them a people for His name. Act 15:15 And with this the words of the prophets agree, just as it is written: Act 15:16 'AFTER THIS I WILL RETURN AND WILL REBUILD THE TABERNACLE OF DAVID, WHICH HAS FALLEN DOWN; I WILL REBUILD ITS RUINS, AND I WILL SET IT UP; Act 15:17 SO THAT THE REST OF MANKIND MAY SEEK THE LORD, EVEN ALL THE GENTILES WHO ARE CALLED BY MY NAME, SAYS THE LORD WHO DOES ALL THESE THINGS.' Act 15:18 "Known to God from eternity are all His works. Act 15:19 Therefore I judge that we should not trouble those from among the Gentiles who are turning to God, *3. Apostles Barnabas and Paul appealed to the “works of GOD done on the Gentiles”.* Act 15:12 Then all the multitude kept silent and listened to Barnabas and Paul declaring how many miracles and wonders God had worked through them among the Gentiles.

[@user-ue4pu9qv2w]

Great testimony girl! The pure will receive the gospel and thats you!

[@Robert-lo6uf]

Awesome testimony it sounds exactly just like mine! I came from a Catholic background also and I am a Christian. Awesome thanks for sharing!

[@mikeyangel1067]

Catholics are Christians, they are united 2000 year old Church, not a denomination among recent ones.

[@dstrong86bluecoffee]

FAR FROM ROME, NEAR TO GOD - Fifty Born Again Former Catholic Priests CATHOLICISM EAST OF EDEN (Not Bible -- False Teachings of Catholic Catechism) by Richard Bennett CATHOLICISM CRISIS OF FAITH video (Born Again Former Catholic Priests Nuns) Berean Beacon Ministry of Richard Bennett (now Born Again former Catholic priest) THE TRUTH SET US FREE TWENTY FORMER NUNS TELL THEIR STORIES - book Richard Bennett WE ARE FORMER ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIESTS AND NUNS CONVERTED TO BIBLICAL TRUTH video

[@battlekidrules]

Then you must've not understood Catholicism.

[@Robert-lo6uf]

@@battlekidrules Yes I understood it very well. We prayed the rosary every night and it did us no good. God only answers prayers when we ask Jesus Christ to intercede. He is our high priest and there’s no way to the father except through Jesus. I was an altar boy also at the age of 10, I did my first communion in my confirmation and I never knew God until I became a Christian and read the Bible. I realize now all the idolatry I was living in kissing statues never brought me any peace. Read your Bible trust in Jesus Christ and I’ll set you free like it did me. Sorry it might offend you but the truth is what will set you free!God bless you my friend

[@emmanuelmasih2296]

@@battlekidrules no true Scotsman fallacy 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@elisapetaasoau724]

Your testimony gave me goosebumps. I know the feeling. The holy spirit is amazing and powerful. Spiritual warfare that's were facing now is real and you need the holy spirit to go through it. Faith in Jesus Christ is the way and the truth. Love you all my fellow believers in Jesus Christ. Don't lose faith in Him.

[@huyle8971]

Holy Spirit*

[@vincentn2786]

I was also raised Catholic but didn’t have a personal relationship with Lord Jesus. Glad I walked out and am learning about what it takes God’s grace alone to be saved and forging a personal relationship with Lord Jesus. You’re totally right about the relationship with God instead of following the rules or works of the religion.

[@barbhorses]

you could have gotten a personal relationship with Jesus by taking your faith seriously. You didn't need to leave his Church.

[@peterzinya1]

@@barbhorses Jesus church doesnt have pedophile homosexual costume holymen and armies of lesbian nuns.

[@jesusiskingofmyheart]

Same! Praise God.

[@caseycampbell1386]

@@vincentn2786 Can you please post the verse about “personal relationship” w Jesus? I had trouble finding it when I did a Bible search for “personal relationship “ w Jesus. Thanks.

[@jesusholy4344]

Congratulation dear sister sydney. Good to revert to church and believe in truth Gospel and Jesus. May the Father and a Son and a Holy Ghost be with you. You must study Bible more and I hope your faith grow much and keep your faith open until you reach to heaven. God bless you.

[@AndreWalsh93]

Praise God for coming to the truth Mary can’t save or hear anyone’s prayer and we don’t need anything from a pope Jesus is the way the truth and the life it’s all an act of God by grace alone

[@Lerian_V]

What you said has some truth in it but also some falsehood.

[@AndreWalsh93]

@@Lerian_V like what? Tell me because last time I checked Mary is just another regular human being chosen by God like how Peter or Paul or Moses was she wasn’t supernatural or perfect and she died and stayed dead like all the rest the pope isn’t a biblical concept at all so please tell me what you’re talking about

[@Lerian_V]

@@AndreWalsh93 Mary is human like all of us but was chosen by God to bring our Savior into the world. She's a saint just like every Christian but now perfected in heaven like all other saints in heaven. All the saints in heaven can hear our prayers. The pope is the chief shepherd (chief pastor) of Christ's flock on earth. He is the leader of the one true universal and apostolic church.

[@AndreWalsh93]

@@Lerian_V the dead can’t hear your prayers man that’s not biblical prayers only go to Go why do you give dead men Authority that God never gave them the pope isn’t a biblical thing if it was it would be in scripture God doesn’t make mistakes repent Catholic

[@luisarecinos5765]

Mary cannot save...but she is the Mother of God, she then is Our Mother too, if it were not for her "yes" Jesus would not have been born, there is so.much controvery of Mary, so much ignorance, but she deserves much more than what non Catholics give her...obviously she will never take God's place nor does she want to, but she plays a huge role, she always points us to Jesus and always wants the best for her children. We complicate things so much, when our faith is so simple, but this goes back to when the first protested against the Catholic faith, the history of our Church j

[@CalebMiles65]

I converted to Catholicism, and this is not my experience at all. I would actually trend toward saying that my story is closer to the opposite. Praying for yall. Thank you for sharing. I agree that Catholic teaching across the board needs to be clearer on what the actual teaching in Catholicism is.

[@suz2761]

Curious. What led you to convert TO Catholicism?

[@CalebMiles65]

@suz2761 An extraordinary encounter with the Holy Spirit and study of scripture and books written by the earliest Christians. Then, when I asked questions on certain things, I was told about what catholics believed and why. It all came together for me.

[@countryboyred]

@@CalebMiles65and yet the Holy Spirit led this young lady out of Catholicism. Funny how that works

[@solafide9533]

​ @Louis Schenker *Let's go one question at a time. Where in the Bible says Mary was sinless?*

[@r.harshini3957]

When God met Moses through a Burning Bush He asked him to remove his sandals for the place is Holy. If this is the case how much more the Womb that carried and the Breast that nourished God is Pure and Holy. MARY IS TRULY SINLESS.

[@solafide9533]

@@r.harshini3957 *Eh .. .speculation is Not a Proof for doctrines. You are just proving your man made religion is a false religion.* you said When God met Moses through a Burning Bush He asked him to remove his sandals for the place is Holy. If this is the case how much more the Womb that carried and the Breast that nourished God is Pure and Holy. MARY IS TRULY SINLESS.

[@r.harshini3957]

Acts 5:38-39. If this is mere speculation, are you gonna ignore the n number of miracles that occur in the Marian Apparition Sites and others in the Church (Incorrupt Saint Bodies and The Host becoming True Flesh of Christ) which don't occur in any other Christian denominations. How long will you ask for signs and evidence like pharisees asking Jesus. God bless you and may Our Lady keep you friend ❤😢

[@solafide9533]

@@r.harshini3957 *Where in Acts 5:38 ever say anything about “apparition of Mary”? You are just demonstrating misquoting Scriptures.*

[@godwindsouza1785]

​@@r.harshini3957Roman's 3 :23

[@fredbeck4738]

Thank you for sharing your testimony. My story is the opposite of yours. I am converting to Catholicism and pray that eventually you will return Home as well. God Bless.

[@paulturner3553]

After 43 years in the faith, I find Romans and Hebrews to be my frequent reading from the Bible. Stay in God's word daily.

[@DavidTheZealot]

I recommend 1 Corinthians and 1 John

[@johnsteila6049]

Let’s learn from it all.

[@perryhoward5064]

Mike Gendron has some great instructional videos on how to come out of the Catholic Church by the way of scriptures...

[@angelajohn6508]

You should definitely check out channels like pints with Aquinas and ascension presents. Hopefully that will give u more clarity on Catholicism.

[@angelajohn6508]

I’m so sorry about the teaching ur received in highschool, especially about confessions . Yes it does you give u clean slate. But sometimes our soul is attached to earthly desires. Thus we purgatory: a time of purification from these earthly desires. Praying with mother Mary and all the saints, especially for those like you, that has detached from their Catholic faith.

[@angelajohn6508]

Video about confessing sins to priest : kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqXZm6CphdKJptk

[@angelajohn6508]

You can still have personal relationship with God even when you’re a Catholic . That’s the beauty of tradition and personal dialogue with God ( bruh we’re the original church, we are the universal church 😅)

[@mariolaaaa]

Have you read the Bible? Jesus did not ask us to be separated by denominations and he definitely did not form the 'Catholic' church. The true church is the body of born again believers all across the world - remember when two people talk about Jesus he is standing in between them. There is nothing in the Bible about purgatory, nor should we be praying to saints or Mary. These are all man made traditions and you are lost until you obey the Word of God in the Bible. I was Catholic for 27 years so I was deceived myself. Catholicism is infiltrated with hidden magic and rituals

[@angelajohn6508]

@@mariolaaaa so you realise that the current Catholic Church was meant to be the only church , but some people made other denominations ( caus the teachings that were passed on to St. Peter, the first Pope, they couldn’t swallow it completely ) . I don’t know what experience made u leave the Catholic Church, but I pray you have an encounter to come back home. Catholicism is not magic and rituals. We embody so much more than. Also regarding your statement about “this is not from your bible”, check out this video on why sola scripture is wrong kzbin.info/www/bejne/porCoKWLr8h4gJo

[@elijahmountainfire888]

If Jesus stays in the church building after the church service is over and doesn't come home with you TO LIVE WITH YOU inside your heart, you're doin' something wrong. Prayer is talking with Jesus about your life as it unfolds in real time. Always. Even in the toilet okay? A quote from the song 'In the garden' : And He talks with me, and He walks with me, and He tells me I am His own... Let us all walk with HIM no matter what comes our way. Good times, bad times, let us never forget praying to Jesus. We pray.

[@jmdsservantofgod8405]

The catholic branch of Christianity is not very accurate about things

[@joypike2163]

Everyone pray with me: Dear Lord Jesus, Come into my heart, forgive me of my sin, thank you for dying for me, I believe you’ve risen from the dead and you’re coming back again for me. Fill me with the Holy Spirit and fire, the peace of God, and the joy of the Lord. Give me a passion for the lost and a hunger for the things of God. I’m saved, born again, forgiven, and on my way to Heaven because I have Jesus in my heart. Amen! If you said this prayer, comment back with ‘Amen!

[@michaelatintenbluemchen1719]

Amen

[@carloscuauhtemocjaimeibarr3359]

Amen

[@danieladuarte1273]

Amen

[@esmeraldaaguayo7305]

Amen

[@3z3O]

Jesus Christ is king amen ✝️🙏

[@johnsteila6049]

What do you mean, from Catholic to Christian? Don’t you know that Catholics are the first and oldest Christian Church??

[@godwindsouza1785]

Catholic Church is fake.

[@travisrepp1836]

the Catholic Faith is Christianity.

[@solafide9533]

​ @The OP Celery Stick *Still no answer?* *My question remained:* *Where in the Bible says believers must be in the state of grace to be saved? My Bible says believers are already saved. Eph 2:5,8-9. You wrote your own Bible?*

[@John_Six]

Title should be, "From Christian to Protestant."

[@gary62255]

Sorry to hear of your illness. Wishing you a quick and speedy recovery. I am praying for you

[@yamada18498]

From catholic to Protestant would be the right title. Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodox are actually the earliest forms of Christianity 🤷🏽‍♂️.

[@paulapareja3089]

I’m glad that you’ve grown into a deeper relationship with Christ. This is what you needed. There are countless Catholics who already have an intimate relationship with Jesus. In all kindness, we have to state things for what they are… you went from Catholic to Protestant. Catholics are Christians!

[@nonfecittaliter4361]

Curiously, It happened to me exactly backwards: I finally and truly knew Christ and His one and only, true, historic and apostolic Church in the Catholic Church after being half of my life a protestant of different sects and 'denominations'. I certainly prefer Christ and Peter His apostle over heretics such as Luther and his friends. The 2,000 year old Catholic Church instead of the 500 year old (the oldest) protestant 'churches'. I suppose those who abandon the Catholic Church didn't really got to know it enough to get to appreciate the 'Precious Pearl' of Christ in it, or their faith was weak and childish enough to be unable to overcome the scandals, which since the primitive apostolic church happened too.

[@oscarjimenez6983]

You made a big mistake. Catholicism is not Christianity.

[@flower5396]

The Holy Eucharist is where you find true Christianity. Amen.

[@flower5396]

@@oscarjimenez6983 Catholics are the only Christians. The rest are satanists harassing the only Church founded by Our Lord Jesus.

[@oscarjimenez6983]

@@flower5396 You are wrong. Roman Catholicism is a false religion.

[@GhostBearCommander]

Is the Catholic Church truly the Original Church? Nope. Emperor Constantine created it to continue the tradition of the Roman Emperor (today known as the Pope), and Roman pagan practices slithered in afterwards (praying to the dead, asking forgiveness of men, Purgatory). The Bible itself disagrees with the Catholic doctrine on multiple points. Jerusalem, not Rome, is the Holy City. Jesus, not Mary or the Roman Emperor (Pope) is the answer.

[@gavindunne5949]

I enjoyed your video simply because you were being honest in regards to your own experiences of Catholicism, yet I am so sad to think that those were your experiences of the Catholic faith. Unfortunately there are many Catholics out there who do not know their faith at all and drive others into despair and shame. I just want to clarify a few things, in regards to confession, what your teacher said is in direct conflict with Catholic teaching. The Church never has, to this day, proclaimed who is in hell. So your teacher saying that you'd go to hell if you had sinned badly and hadn't received confession is completely incompatible with Catholic teaching. In essence the Catholic teaching reflects 1 Cor 4:5 "Therefore do not pronounce judgment before the time, before the Lord comes, who will bring to light the things now hidden in darkness and will disclose the purposes of the heart". It is God who will in the end be the Just Judge as He will see the intentions of the heart. However, we must strive to follow Christ as we see in Jn 14:15 "If you love me you will keep my commandments". Also, the concept of Confession is based in Scripture in Jn 20:19-23. You may disagree, but I just want to point out no Catholic believes a priest forgives you in and of his own self, no mere man can forgive us of sin, only Christ can. What Catholics believe is that Christ gave the Apostles the power to forgive sins by 'means' of the Holy Spirit, and this is still a gift handed onto the Church through Apostolic succession within the priesthood (Jn20:19-23)... Also worth studying is Mt 16:16-18, this part of Scripture really underlies the whole of Catholicism in terms of it's authority. I would add that it does not need to be either a religion or a relationship, for me it's both, my relationship with Christ is further strengthened by my religion as I am able to grow in deeper understanding of God and His love for us as the Holy Spirit guides the Church, the Body of Christ, we see this "guiding" in Jn16:13, and also a similar statement is made in Jn14:26 in regards to being taught all things. Anyway, if you read all of that I thank you, I will pray for you and I hope you continue to grow closer to Christ. I'd highly recommend taking a look at Scott Hahn and Catholic Answers for any questions you may have regarding the actual teachings of the Catholic faith. God bless!

[@jwt77]

Thank you for stating this As a Catholic myself I think it is important for praise, keeping a good relationship and talking to God. But also keeping a balance of worshipping and prayer in religion. As you said, having both helps strengthen each other. I think a big player here though is the offer of sacrifice (like going to church, praying the rosary, etc) While I do love seeing these testimonies and the joy they bring, I just pray that everyone can also learn the joys of suffering for our Lord as it really reveals his love and care for each and everyone of us.

[@crischiva1936]

I'm Catholic and this has helped 💕

[@Lanetteluvsfood]

I love the part of this video where you talk about how you went through your darkest time in your freshman year of college! Not trying to make it a positive thing, but God tells us in the Bible that sometimes it takes a bad experience to change our ways. Not sure what book it’s in, but some of us are so stuck up in our evil ways of the world and we think we have everything. God tells us in the Bible that it’s better to be spiritually rich, and have nothing than to be spiritually poor and have rich/fame and to be evil.

[@angelikabetancourt8648]

YOU HAVE REACHED ME 🩷🩵 thank you !!!!!!!!!!!!! Seriously thank you for this .

[@parrisroy]

Nothing in Catholicism makes sense. It's a mixture of many pagan religions with a drop of Christian truth! Read "mystery, Babylon the great" And "Mystery Babylon religion" available online. 😇

[@dstrong86bluecoffee]

FAR FROM ROME, NEAR TO GOD - Fifty Born Again Former Catholic Priests CATHOLICISM EAST OF EDEN (Not Bible - False Teachings of Catholic Catechism) by Richard Bennett CATHOLICISM CRISIS OF FAITH video (Born Again Former Catholic Priests Nuns) Berean Beacon Ministry of Richard Bennett (now Born Again former Catholic priest) THE TRUTH SET US FREE TWENTY FORMER NUNS TELL THEIR STORIES - book Richard Bennett WE ARE FORMER ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIESTS AND NUNS CONVERTED TO BIBLICAL TRUTH video

[@pianoplayer2260]

Not to mention their inconvenient history with the Jesuits and the inquisition.

[@parrisroy]

@@pianoplayer2260 That's right bro. A thousand things can be pointed at, with this synagogue of Satan! The longer you read and study this religious system of Rome, the darker it gets! You can pinpoint where every little pagan belief, symbol, ritual, and teaching originated from,..centuries before Christ was born! ...All present and active in this sick goddess serving Cult, that dares to call itself "Christian!" Read that book i mentioned bro, easily found on google.. It will lead you to other books, and show you exactly, how endlessly deep this particular Demonic "rabbit hole" of Paganist religion truly goes!

[@rhwinner]

We're all Catholic, really. Our Bible, our main doctrines, most of the dogmas all came out of the Church. Whether we want to admit it or not we're all Catholics to one degree or another.

[@elbertrobles8784]

History and scripture says otherwise. The original "Church" were the disciples of Jesus Christ whom he purchased with his own blood(Acts 20:28). The Church otherwise known as the body of Christ(Ephesians 5:23), are believers who believe in the Gospel(Matthew 16:18). The Holy Bible(Word of God) itself mentions true believers as Christians(Acts 11:26) not catholics. Catholics unfortunately are trying to take credit for something that they had nothing to do with. Scripture existed way before the the first Catholic church even formed. In fact it was King James(a Christian) who ordained a counsel to translate Scripture from Greek and Hebrew to English. Which would then turn out to be the Holy Bible King James version. The very first Bible recognized by the body of Christ(Church). Peter was never in his life called a pope by Jesus. No where in the Bible is the word catholic mentioned. No where in the Bible is the word pope mentioned. No where in the Bible does Jesus say to reverence or worship his mother. In fact Jesus would always check people who considered his mother as someone worthy to be admired(Luke 11:27-28). I'm sorry but nothing good comes from the catholic church. The Holy Ghost is not present in that heresy doctrine. This is coming from someone who was raised catholic. But thanks be to God that I am now a born-again Christian. You must be born-again(John 3:3).

[@rhwinner]

@@elbertrobles8784 Thanks for taking the time to respond. The original Christians _were_ disciples in the Church Christ founded ('upon this Rock). There was a structure to the Church, the Body, just as there is structure to any body. Catholic is a term that started to be used in the 2nd Century to denote who were the believers who followed the Apostles and their successors, because already there were Christian sects popping up who espoused heterodox beliefs. The first Bible was not intact until the 4th century. There were books floating around, but there was controversy as to which books were authentic and which were not, which were inspired and which were not. The Church preceded the Bible by at least 300 years. I am happy that you have found the greatest joy possible, the joy of God's Kingdom in your present understanding of Christianity. I wish you much happiness and blessedness.

[@cindidaughterofthemosthigh2159]

@@rhwinner you really need to do your research about your chruch. The doctrine of the catholic chruch are not biblical. Please don't let them deceive you. Please open your heart to Jesus. I know it's heartbreaking to belief in something your whole life but don't listen to that serpent.the devil will always dress him self as a beautiful angel but he really is trying to deceive even the very elect. The catholic chruch says the peter was the rock. But Jesus is!! The believers are a the chruch NOT a building the pope is not the leader Jesus is.

[@rhwinner]

@@cindidaughterofthemosthigh2159 Do you believe we should love God and others as Christ loves us?

[@HankTrill45]

You are so brave in speaking out against the Catholic church. I was in the same situation. I never felt a connection with my local church or religion as a whole. The people cared more about who was there and what they were wearing. It was a big party instead of praising Jesus. There was no connection between the priests and the congregation. Now that I learned that I don't need a middleman to connect with GOD my entire life has changed for the better. GOD BLESS and keep making videos!!!

[@cameronparkmusic4205]

Not to mention, it seems toxic and abusive to say to someone if you change denominations and aren’t apart of “our crowd” you’re headed straight to Hell! Stay or else. Sounds like the democrats who make threats. Threats like that is called abuse. It’s narcissistic manipulation. Imagine if your S/O bf / gf said that to you. Church of Christ denomination also thinks baptists /Methodist etc are going to hell bc they aren’t *their faith*. Church of Christ is abusive and says that if you wear makeup or hair down for women they’re in sin. That’s ALSO legalism and abuse. Vs Jesus says follow Him and you’ll have eternal life. If you don’t then = Hell. It’s absurd to think He is up there with a piece of paper and would say “I know you LOVE ME , but bc you didn’t join _____ name of this church / group to Hell you go!” Here’s what He WILL SAY either : “Depart from me for I never KNEW you.” Or “Well done MY good and faithful servant.”

[@crossbearer6453]

Brave??

[@yngclothing]

@CROSS BEARER yes! It’s takes bravery to denounce popular lies

[@HankTrill45]

@@yngclothing Amen! 🙏🏽

[@dstrong86bluecoffee]

FAR FROM ROME, NEAR TO GOD - Fifty Born Again Former Catholic Priests CATHOLICISM EAST OF EDEN (Not Bible -- False Teachings of Catholic Catechism) by Richard Bennett CATHOLICISM CRISIS OF FAITH video (Born Again Former Catholic Priests Nuns) Berean Beacon Ministry of Richard Bennett (now Born Again former Catholic priest) THE TRUTH SET US FREE TWENTY FORMER NUNS TELL THEIR STORIES - book Richard Bennett WE ARE FORMER ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIESTS AND NUNS CONVERTED TO BIBLICAL TRUTH video

[@kaytee5571]

Was raised Catholic all my life. My family is Catholic, but I always felt very far away from God and only knew Jesus but didn’t fully surrender and have a relationship with Him, Jesus was more like just a figure. I went to Catholic schools and then in high school transferred to a Christian school which is where I started to encounter a relationship with God more personally. I had never felt the Holy Spirit until I went on a high school prayer and solitude retreat. But also, the school and the community (there was also a Christian church) was so welcoming to me. They loved me and I loved them. I’m not saying it was a perfect school but we all just tried to love each other as much as we could. It was only 5 years later when I gave my life to Christ this year, in a similar way to you. 🌻💛 Also went through very toxic relationships during uni, God took me out those. While I don’t practice Catholicism very much anymore, I’m in my Bible and in prayer everyday and loving our Lord more and more. I love Jesus so much. I never want to be far away from Him again. Bless you sister, for sharing your story. More than anything we need to pray for people’s salvation (Catholics and Christian, atheists, Muslim, Buddhist etc). Whoever’s reading this, God wants to have a relationship with you. If you don’t know where to start ask the Lord with all heart to reveal Himself (and His heart) to you. Grab a Bible and start with the Gospels (New Testament) open your heart to understand God and how He works. Jesus is our savior, and our friend and brother. Peace be with you.

[@Ulice90]

Seems all people who convert to protestantism (or what you call "christian" but you are a protestant) seem to have a kind of toxic relationship with their family, friends or partner. Why is that ? There seems to be a connection here don't you think ? Something like I'm checking for myself and I don't need anybody else. Hence why they are drawn to the protestant teaching of sola scriptura. They think they are able to interprete such a compley book as the bible by themself because they think they are guided by the holy spirit. Can you then answer me one simple question ? Why is it that there are then more than 20.000+ different denominations who all believe something different and interprete the bible their way if they are all guided by the holy spirit ?

[@flower5396]

People who are ignorant in Catholicism leave tb church but people who study the Catholic faith become Catholics.

[@yngclothing]

@Ulice90 simple not everyone has the Holy Spirit. The scripture describes the evidence of those who have it. Talk is cheap. Being born again is the only way. Catholicism cannot save you

[@pianoplayer2260]

@@Ulice90 Catholics have the wrong mentality. You all talk like Joseph Smith. There is no such organization as "the true church that Jesus founded," but rather the TRUE church is made up of anyone who has called on the name of the Lord. These people are made up of many denominations, but many people in the "Christian denominations" are lost religious people. So let me ask you, have YOU called on the name of Lord to be saved? Or are you a blind religious person?

[@Ulice90]

@@yngclothing And how do we know who has the holy spirit and who does not ?? Let's say you want to convince an atheist or a muslim or anybody to convert to christianity. They say, wait a minute there are so many different denominations, how do I know which one is teaching the truth ? And you just say: JuSt LeT tHe HoLy sPiRiT gUiDe YoU aNd YoU WilL FiNd it. And then he tries, reads the bible and ends up in a small denomination somewhere in Wyoming for example. All seems fine, they teach it like that and that and you call him a false prophet later on because he claims some things from the bible that you interprete different. So both of you tried to be guided by the holy spirit but end up believing in different interpretations of the bible. Of course the main thing is Jesus is God but his teachings, parables, morals, how to live life. You all differ. Why do you think there are so many different denominations in the US alone ??? Dont't you think that at least let's say 70% of them really tried their best and had the best intentions to read the bible and try to be guided by the holy spirit but so many end up believing in different teachings ?? And let me guess if I ask you, you will end up saying to me I need to interprete this passage like X and Y not like D and E because for some reason you are the one who knows what Jesus tried to tell us. You know how many times I heard that ? EVEEERYYYY SINGLE TIME FROM ONE OF YOU PROTESTANTS !!! What makes you different than the other ones ? You guided by the holy spirit ? The other ones told me that too. What makes you a scholar on the bible ? On the history of the early christians ? the church fathers ? WHO GAVE YOU THE BIBLE IN THE FIRST PLACE ?? How blatantly arrogant can someone be (especially in the US that's why 99% of all protestant denominations are there what a coincidence don't ya think ?) to think because they read the most important book in the history of mankind on which phylosophers, scholars, historians, etc. debate for over thousand of years, can say he knows all the answers ?? Yeah you cracked the da vinci code. All is fine as long as we agree but when we start to have the first disagreement you call me a false prophet. It's always the same.

[@user-jw5gf1pf6r]

From catholic to a protestant group.

[@amartinez589]

Praise God for opening your eyes and rescuing you from the perversions of the Catholic Church! Keep enduring by faith and trusting in the grace of God through faith in Jesus and what He accomplished at the cross. Will be praying for you, keep in the word and the bread of Heaven 🙏🏼

[@Lerian_V]

What perversions are you referring to?

[@amartinez589]

@@Lerian_V where does one even begin? Catholics are taught that salvation is through the church. Christians believe salvation is in and through Jesus. He said I am the way and the truth and the life, no one comes to the Father but through Me. The Catholic Church supports evolution and the idea that the book of genesis was a metaphor. It’s tragic.

[@Lerian_V]

@@amartinez589 I was taught by the Church that salvation comes from Christ the Head through the Church which is his Body. The Church cannot and does not teach error. If you disagree with any Church teaching the problem is you, not the Church or the Bible. The church is the pillar and foundation of truth (1 Tim 3:15).

[@amartinez589]

@@Lerian_V wow, it’s amazing that you can take that one passage, and totally disregard everything written before it. This was written specifically in regards to church leaders and the kind of people they need to be. It specifically says men of one wife and with good reputation, leading their household well. Where does the priest fit into that picture? I don’t know many priests who have wives or children. Why is that part getting lost on you???

[@Lerian_V]

@@amartinez589 "This was written specifically in regards to church leaders and the kind of people they need to be." Absolutely. It is saying that church leaders - otherwise known as the Magisterium - cannot teach falsehood or error. "Where does the priest fit into that picture?" See Matthew 18:17 (cf. Deuteronomy 19:17; Ezekiel 44:24). Also, 1 Corinthians 5:5. "I don’t know many priests who have wives or children." Many priests have wives especially in the Eastern rite. "It specifically says men of one wife and with good reputation, leading their household well." Their conduct or discipline is different from their infallible authority. They can fail morally and still retain their infallible teaching authority, as we see in Matthew 23:2-3.

[@solafide9533]

​ @The OP Celery Stick *5 sources - Scriptures, Jesus, Apostles, nt church and early writings all spoke of Scripture Alone. Wonder why?*

[@TimTM-b2b]

Sydney, it’s good that you find personal relationship with God through the Bible. However, if you dig deep down to the faith from how the apostles passed down their faith and church, you’ll find what God would want his church to be and how he’s worshipped. If you talk or debate with Catholics, you’ll find the truth, rather than listening to criticism or attacks on Catholicism which is not what Christ would want. Jesus wants people united in one church body and He is the head.

[@simplelifewithgod3227]

I felt the same as you, since God touched my heart, everything open up how Jesus died for us. I'm also questioning why catholics worship images. Catholicism is not faith, it is a culture which came from Romans

[@luisaymerich9675]

Actually Catholic culture began with Jewish culture. You cannot understand Catholicism if you don't know Judaism. The principal act of Catholic worship is the Mass which is a reflection of the Jewish seder. All other cultural aspects from gentile sources must be approved by the Church much like the biblical precept that says test everything and keep what is good. And no, Catholics don't worship statues. You need to understand what worship means. Catholic worship is the Mass which is offered only to God. Search KZbin for Jim Malloy's lecture on the myths of Catholic paganism. Other good sources are Tim Staples and Dr. David Anders.

[@marlindagomez5766]

@@luisaymerich9675 true Christians worship only Jesus Christ period

[@luisaymerich9675]

@@marlindagomez5766 True Christiams worship the Trinity alone.

[@marlindagomez5766]

@@luisaymerich9675 Yes.. but in the new testament were God the father revealed to through our lord and saviour Jesus Christ we shall be save if we repent our sins..

[@marlindagomez5766]

@@luisaymerich9675 Catholism is antichrist bcuz u keep on worshipping Mama Mary and statue's of dead saints that alone is an Idol worship..

[@JohnnaRomans]

This popped up on my recommended! I loved your testimony!💙

[@bridgefin]

What a shame. Abandoning the Eucharist, Jesus at his most intimate. Leaving HIS church to join one set up by a sinner instead. OK, your position is clear.

[@mfolson81]

I commend u for sharing your story online. My hope is more people will realize being a member of the catholic church does not save, only Christ saves. Ephesians 2:8-9 all the way! Praise our merciful God!!!

[@Darth_Vader258]

Jesus Christ is with me in the Catholic Church.

[@Thomas-lm1cn]

Jesus Christ hates Roman Catholicism. He calls her the Great Whore fo Babylon. There is still hope for you. 10 As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one: (Romans 3:10) You may think and say "I'm a very good person" or "I always try to do good". All without Christ are equally wicked in the sight of the LORD. You could try to work your way to Heaven by doing good works, but if you have committed 1 sin, you are guilty of breaking the whole law (James 2:10). 23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; (Romans 3:23) All people have sinned against a holy and righteous God. Let me ask you this: do you admit that you have done wrong and committed sin? Whenever we sin against God, we are guilty of that sin(s). 23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. (Romans 6:23) There are consequences to our actions. Every choice we make has a consequence whether it be good or bad. If a person dies without accepting Christ as his or her Savior, especially Roman Catholics, that same person will wake up in Hell awaiting the Great White Thrown Judgment. All the unsaved will be thrown into the lake of fire after the Great White Throne Judgment. 8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. (Romans 5:8) The Lake of fire is a scary place. The good news is that there is a way to escape the lake of fire right now today. 5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. 6 All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the LORD hath laid on him the iniquity of us all. (Isaiah 53:5-6) Jesus Christ was born of a virgin. He was beaten for you. He paid the price of your sins on the cross at Calvary with his precious blood. His blood was shed for you, so that you have a chance to get saved from the lake of fire. 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. (John 3:16-17) God cares about us. He loved us so much that he was willing to send Jesus Christ to die for us so that we don't have to spend eternity in the lake of fire. 9 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. 10 For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. (Romans 10:9-10) Jesus Christ died on the cross and was buried and on the 3rd day, he rose again from the dead. We all have a chance for salvation. God give us many chances to get saved. Even though God is a righteous judge, he still loves us. 13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. (Romans 10:13) If you want to get saved, all you have to do is to Admit that you are a sinner, Believe on the LORD Jesus Christ and what he did for you, & Call upon his name with a humble, repentant, willing, and contrite heart sincerely, and he will save you from the lake of fire. Get saved today, because you might not have another tomorrow. Go to Jesus for he is merciful. 28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28) 4 And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. 5 And he that sat upon the throne said, Behold, I make all things new. And he said unto me, Write: for these words are true and faithful. (Revelation 21:4-5)

[@edalbanese6310]

Have you read the book of Romans?

[@thomasduvauchelle8583]

Me too I confess directly to God. PTL

[@solafide9533]

​ @Bryan *Wow you missed out some words from 1 Pet **3:21**? It says "antitype - figure of speech, figurative, ..* *Water baptism does not save a person. It's merely a figure of speech here.* 1Pe 3:21 There is also an antitype which now saves us-baptism (not the removal of the filth of the flesh, but the answer of a good conscience toward God), through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, you said 1 Peter 3:21 "Baptism, which corresponds to this, NOW SAVES YOU, not as a removal of dirt from the body but as an appeal to God for a clear conscience, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, 22 who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels,

[@soulsavingtruth9689]

If I weren't Catholic, I'd look for the Church that the world despises, for the world despised Jesus, and he would be there. - Fulton Sheen Truly, truly, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of man and drink his blood, you have no life in you; he who eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day. For my flesh is food indeed, and my blood is drink indeed. He who eats my flesh and drinks my blood abides in me, and I in him. As the living Father sent me, and I live because of the Father, so he who eats me will live because of me.". Things seemed to be going pretty well. That is until Jesus said “For my flesh is meat indeed, and my blood is drink indeed. He that eateth my flesh and drinketh my blood,dwelleth in me, and I in him.” This was too much for many of his disciples and “From that time many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him.” Jesus turns to the 12 and asks, “Will ye also go away? Vs 61, Jesus did not back down, for He said, "Does this offend you?" it offends protestants Jn 20:21, "As the Father has sent Me, I also send you." Jn 17:18, "Even as thou hast sent Me into the world, so I have sent them into the world." Jn 17:22-23, "And the glory that thou hast given Me, I have given to Matt. 28, 18-20: And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye, therefore. and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen. Jesus says to the crowd, "He who believes and is baptized will be saved." But in reference to the same people, Jesus immediately follows with "He who does not believe will be condemned." This demonstrates that one can be baptized and still not be a believer. This disproves the Protestant argument that one must be a believer to be baptized. There is nothing in the Bible about a "believer's baptism." "Accept Jesus as your personal Lord and Savior," or "Ask Jesus into your heart" isn't the biblical answer. It’s important to be saved from hell, damnation, and the stain of original sin, but what are we saved for? We are saved for union with Christ. Our salvation began when we were born again through baptism and God’s own Divine Life was restored in our souls, making us like Adam and Eve were in the Garden before the Original (first) Sin. As we go through life, we are united with Christ through the Sacraments he left as gifts for us, especially through Penance (forgiveness of our sins committed since Baptism) and the Eucharist (partaking of God’s own Life, His own Divine Nature, 2 Peter 1:4) - until that day when we are truly united with Him in heaven. Scripture teaches that one’s final salvation depends on the state of the soul at death. As Jesus himself tells us, "He who endures to the end will be saved" (Matt. 24:13; cf. 25:31-46). One who dies in the state of friendship with God (the state of grace) will go to heaven. The one who dies in a state of rebellion against God (the state of mortal sin) will go to hell. (For the teaching on venial (non-deadly) and mortal (deadly) sins, see 1 John 5:16-17) What I must do to be saved: *I must be baptized with water and the Spirit. Mark 16:16, John 3:3-5, Titus 3:5, I Peter 3:20-21. (Exceptions: [1] If I desire Baptism but die before I can be baptized with water and the Spirit, God accepts my desire to be baptized, and [2] If I am killed (martyred) because of my faith, but I have not had the opportunity to be baptized, God accepts my death as my baptism, called the Baptism of Blood). * I must do the will of God the Father. Matthew 7:21 * I must keep the Commandments of God. Matthew 5:19-20, Matthew 7:21, Matthew 19:17, 1 Timothy 6:14, and others. * I must accept the Cross (suffering). Matthew 10:38, Matthew 16:24-25, Mark 8:34, Luke 9:23, Luke 14:27. Phil 1:29, and others. * I must be a member of God's true church. Acts 2:46-47. * I must confess my sins. James 5:16, I John 1:9, John 20:19-23 * I must heed the words of St. Peter, the first Pope. Acts 11:13-14, Acts 15:7. * I must eat the flesh and drink the blood of Jesus Christ. John 6:51-58, I Corinthians 10:16-17, 11:23-30. * I must do unto others as I would have them do unto me and love my neighbor as myself. I must feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty, clothe the naked, visit the sick and those in prison or give other aid to those in need. Luke 10:33 ff, Mt 25:31-46. "Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are very pleasing to God" Hebrews 13:16. Good works don’t save us, but we will be judged by them. *I must strive to be holy. "Strive for peace with everyone and for that holiness without which no one will see the Lord." Hebrews 12:14 *I must endure (persevere) to the end. Matthew 10:22, Matthew 24:13, Mark 13:13. And ... ? What else must I do? #432 The name "Jesus" signifies that the very name of God is present in the person of his Son, made man for the universal and definitive redemption from sins. It is the divine name that alone brings salvation, and henceforth all can invoke his name, for Jesus united himself to all men through his Incarnation, so that "there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved."

[@mariolaaaa]

Your church is glorified all over the world, puts a man at the top (the Pope), sins through idolatry of Mary and other 'saints', believes in purgatory which is not even biblical, tells the church to take the vaccine, and soon enough will be giving out the mark of the beast... Read your bible and ask God for guidance and stop listening to the world.

[@soulsavingtruth9689]

@@mariolaaaa It appears that's something you never have done moon pie read the Bible

[@soulsavingtruth9689]

@@mariolaaaa It appears that's something you never have done moon pie read the Bible

[@soulsavingtruth9689]

It appears that's something you never have done moon pie read the Bible

[@soulsavingtruth9689]

@@mariolaaaa It appears that's something you never have done moon pie read the Bible

[@benjamincowan8504]

"I knew it was God speaking to me through her!" I love how you lit up there and I believe it! I have talked with a lot of Ex Catholics and so many have left because they were not taught properly. It is not true that we believe that you will go to Hell unless you have just confessed to a priest. The Church never claims to know who is in hell (not even Hitler) Confession personally gives me the most joy and so much strength to sin less. Sydney, God Bless you; you are such a beautiful lady and I pray your relationship with Jesus continues to deepen.

[@investfluent4143]

Everyone in the bible would have went to hell as well. Since they didn't have Catholic reconciliation.

[@myda9733]

AHH the first couple times I read this I read it as “everyone in the bible SHOULD have gone to hell anyways” I was shocked until I read it again and saw the “would of” 😂

[@Lerian_V]

She got bad catechesis. Blame is on her Catechist who didn't teach her the faith adequately.

[@investfluent4143]

@@Lerian_V Or blame it on a man-made system that has little to do with anything the Bible teaches.

[@Lerian_V]

​@@investfluent4143 Assuming she's telling the truth, the blame goes to her teacher and parents who didn't give her enough knowledge. She left a 2 millennia old apostolic-run system that was set up by a God-man and defected to a 500 year old autonomously-run man-made system set up by excommunicants of the former.

[@investfluent4143]

​@@Lerian_V Everyone thinks they are doing things the right way. Even Catholics for some reason. Most people who are not Catholics know that it is not a 2000-year-old religion and of course, people left the church for good reasons.

[@sanaqamar1]

May God bless you and keep you under His wings and protect you Amen

[@JesusLovesyou..1John3.6]

It’s relationship not religion He is truly the Greatest Father and the Bestest Friend who always knows and wants what is best for us 😊❤

[@sumigarcia1059]

How wonderful, Jesus said the only way to the Father is through him. You found the link through Jesus and not through man or angels. You had the right questions and found the answers, I am happy for you, praise God.

[@glennlanham6309]

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[@strikevipermkII]

Its truly a travesty that Catholics have the real presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist every Sunday at Mass and the kids do not think they have a relationship with Him. A relationship is not a feeling. It is not a feel good emotional reaction, though it can have one.

[@drescorpio1114]

Relationship with christ starts with prayer in your personal time along with worship, then meditating on the word of God. And it's important to commune with the Holy Spirit everyday and pay attention to voice of God know his voice. It's not just for mass but everyday and everywhere even while you are out walking alone just you and him and read the word everyday.

[@mariolaaaa]

Did you know that your sacred Catholic eucharist is just ancient worship of the sun? Your monstance represents the sun which represents the first antichrist from Genesis - Nimrod, Semiramis, and Tammuz. aka Father, son, and mother worship aka the false trinity..... Go back to Genesis. There are babes in Christ who have stronger relationships with God than the highest Priests and theologians, who could only wish to have such understanding. Definitely need to read your Bible

[@flower5396]

@@mariolaaaa The Eucharist is scientifically proven. You should do research. You are so satanic.

[@Arafa777]

God bless you and Help you to keep fighting and make you a useful vessel for sharing your testimony boldly!

[@protochris]

I was raised Catholic and still am. I never understood this ridiculous distinction Protestants make between Catholic and Christian. It's like saying I'm a father, but not a man.

[@MelaniesManicures]

Im glad you found God again after being in the dark time. I just changed to Catholicism. I found out a lot about how Catholicism was the first Church Jesus started with the apostles and how other religions down the road removed books of the Bible. So the Bible I was reading all my life wasn’t complete. Im happy for you though that you have God in your life though. That’s amazing!

[@stevostevozz1168]

Was roman Catholicism the first church?? Have you read the book of acts and seen how the church was without the rituals and traditions of the current roman Catholicism?

[@stevostevozz1168]

@@elvisisacs3955 show me the speaking in tongues, miracles .power in the Roman Catholic church like in the book of acts...prophecy...the Roman Catholicism removed all that from their sevice...the pentecostals are the closest thing to the book of acts

[@stevostevozz1168]

If you say baptism not one person was baptized by sprinkling but full immersion ...

[@stevostevozz1168]

@@elvisisacs3955 the Catholic charismatics are trying to reintroduce a church led y the Holy spirit and gifts of the Holy spirit in operations..I would say those Catholic charismatics are closest to the book of acts disciples.. all is left in the modern Roman Catholic church is ritual relics but no power.

[@MelaniesManicures]

@@stevostevozz1168 I was baptized as a Protestant (Methodist) as a baby but I couldn’t obtain my papers but I was given a conditional baptism in the Catholic Church since there was no proof of baptism.

[@albertdevasahayam6781]

Poor catechesis in the Catholic Church is the main reason why many Catholics leave the Church, founded by Jesus. But by leaving the Church, one does not become wiser. Young Catholics should be patient to find out the truth before making drastic decisions like leaving the Church. The Catholic Church does not teach that after making a confession if you sin and die you go to hell for not having confessed your sins again. Expression of sorrow for sin should suffice to go to heaven in such a situation. Just common sense, which is the Catholic faith all about. The pity is that there are any number of illiterate and stupid Catholic instructors who mislead young Catholics and force them out of the Church.

[@valerieduru2873]

I’m still a Catholic. And it’s not all doctrines of the Catholic Church that I believe in. Catholics are Christians too. Just like myself. I took out time to start reading my Bible . And taking it seriously. I got to understand the reason for some doctrines. You make it seem like Catholics weren’t Christian’s before. Besides Christianity isn’t just a religion. It’s a personal relationship with you and God that shows you how to be more Christ like. I hope you understand that

[@cletusmorraies9370]

So basically you chose to renounce the Catholic faith because you found it uncomfortable to go to confession. With respect, I'm the world's greatest sinner and I've done many things I'm not proud of, and going to confession has eased my conscience, I felt a weight had lifted off my shoulder which was pressing me down for many decades. I thank God for the Catholic church and the sacraments. I try to go to confession at least 4 times a year. There is nothing to fear from confession and the priest does not judge you but instead advises you on your issues of sin. I respect your decision and maybe one day you may reconsider coming back to the faith. God bless you Sydney and take care. 🙏🙏

[@Christian10111]

Loved your testimony. You should not care about what others think of your testimony and experience. Thanks for sharing :-)

[@tugumefidel692]

Born a Catholic too but I got born again, and I now feel free to communicate to God directly without attachments to religious doctrines that were holding me captive.

[@CarlCampbellMusic]

God bless you for sharing your testimony and experience

[@approvedofGod]

The priest that thinks that he is needed for sins to be forgiven, is the one in trouble.

[@TheBrideofChristRev]

- I Love Him -🎵🎵🎵🎵🎵 Gone from my heart the world and all its charms Now, through the blood, I’m saved from all alarms Down at the cross my heart is bending low The precious blood of Jesus cleans white as snow CHORUS I love Him, I love Him, because He first loved me And purchased my salvation on Calvary’s tree Once I was lost, and ‘way down deep in sin, Once was a slave to passions fierce within Once was afraid to trust a loving God But now I’m cleansed from every stain through Jesus’ blood Once I was bound, but now I am set free, Once I was blind, but now the light I see Once I was dead, but now in Christ I live, to tell the world around the peace that He doth give