#12474 Why Is Missing Mass a Mortal Sin? – Why Aren’t You Catholic? - Karlo Broussard
“Why is missing Mass a mortal sin?” This question opens a discussion on the gravity of our obligations to God and the Church. Additionally, the episode addresses whether someone who has never heard the Gospel can be saved and explores effective ways to convert without affecting family dynamics. The conversation also touches on the challenges of becoming Catholic and perceptions of morality within the faith.
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Questions Covered:
07:00 – Why is missing Mass a Mortal sin?
20:07 – Can a person who never heard the Gospel be saved. If so, what makes Christianity necessary?
29:10 – What is the most effective way to convert without impacting my family?
43:40 – I am having trouble becoming Catholic because of marriage records.
49:37 – I’m not Catholic because you redefine your morality.
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#12473 Why Didn’t God Make Everyone Sinless? – Why Aren’t You Catholic? - Karlo Broussard
“Why Didn’t God Make Everyone Sinless? ” This question opens a discussion on divine purpose, touching on the complexities of justice and mercy. Other topics include the foundation of the Church on Saint Peter, the relationship between God’s justice and mercy in the context of Hell, and the practical benefits of joining a church community.
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Questions Covered:
05:25 – Does God make some people for honorable use and some not for honorable use?
17:38 – I struggle with the church being founded on the Rock of Saint Peter?
29:00 – How can I relate God’s justice and mercy with the nature of Hell?
38:30 – What is the practicality of joining a church community?
47:09 – I am not Catholic because I think you preach a different Gospel
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#12472 Is Annulment Required for All Divorced Catholics? Bible and Faith - Jim Blackburn
“Is annulment required for all divorced Catholics?” This question addresses a common concern among those navigating their faith after divorce. Additionally, the discussion touches on the complexities of Bible translations and offers insights into discerning personal spiritual experiences, as well as clarifying why infidelity is not considered grounds for annulment.
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Questions Covered:
19:20 – Is it true that the Catholic Church requires all divorced people to get an annulment before becoming Catholic?
29:10 – How can I understand the differences in language translations of the Bible?
36:36 – How can I discern about an experience where I believe I’ve seen Jesus?
47:50 – Why isn’t infidelity considered grounds for an annulment?
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#12471 How to Survive Family Discussions This Thanksgiving and More - Rose Sweet
“How to survive family discussions this Thanksgiving” is a common concern, especially when differing opinions arise. This episode also addresses the importance of being properly detached during conversations and offers strategies for managing unwanted guests while maintaining relationships. Tune in for practical advice on navigating these challenging family dynamics.
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Questions Covered:
0:00 – 7 Tips for surviving family discussion this Thanksgiving
35:20 – Being properly detached
46:10 – Managing unwanted guests without harming relationship with them
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#12470 Must We Forgive the Unrepentant? Eucharist and Confession - Jimmy Akin
“Must we forgive the unrepentant?” This question delves into the complexities of forgiveness as taught in Luke 17:3-4. Additionally, the discussion touches on the Church’s teaching regarding the “Sons of God” in Genesis 6, clarifies why the Eucharist is not cannibalism, and examines the tolerance of Old Testament polygamy compared to New Testament teachings.
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Questions Covered:
04:45 – Church teaching on the “Sons of God” in Genesis 6
11:58 – Must we forgive someone who is not repentant? (Luke 17:3-4)
20:35 -How to explain that the Eucharist is not cannibalism
29:10 -Why Old Testament polygamy was tolerated but not in the New Testament
40:04 -Recommendation for a good book for a 14-year-old interested in Catholicism
44:35 -Parallels between confession and the sin offering in Leviticus
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