Blog about my path to Catholicism
Should you read all 4 gospels? As I mentioned earlier, you really can’t go wrong with any of the 4 Gospels because they all cover those essential elements. The Gospels only provide a few chapters on Jesus’ earlier years and spend much more time focusing on the final week of His life. Why is it …
What year was the Bible removed from the school? It made its second in 1963—the Abington School District v. Schempp ruling, which made the corporate reading of the Bible and recitation of the Lord’s Prayer unlawful in public schools. What year did they take the prayer out of schools? Fifty years ago this week, on …
What does the Bible say about your life falling apart? Isaiah 41:10-13 10 fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. 11 Behold, all who are incensed against you shall be …
Where there is no law there is no offense? Nullum crimen sine lege is the principle in criminal law and international criminal law that a person cannot or should not face criminal punishment except for an act that was criminalized by law before he/she performed the act. What does Corinthians 15 56 mean? The Apostle …
What were Martin Luther’s 3 views that differed from the Catholic Church? – He rejected the Church doctrine that good deeds were necessary for salvation. He believed that salvation was achieved through faith alone. – Second, Luther upheld the Bible as the sole source of religious truth. He denied other authorities, such as Church councils …
What does Jesus say about strangers? Within the New Testament, which Christians read in continuity with the Hebrew Bible or “The Old Testament,” the most often cited passage dealing with welcoming the stranger is from Matthew 25: 31-40. “I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I …
How did Mary gave birth to Jesus? According to Christian theology, Mary conceived Jesus through the Holy Spirit while still a virgin, and accompanied Joseph to Bethlehem, where Jesus was born. How was Jesus born in the Bible? Jesus’ parents were called Mary and Joseph, who were engaged at the time of his birth. According …
What are the morals of Christianity? Generosity – This is the core Christian value of being kind and unselfish, especially with our money and time. Courage– The value is characterized by boldness and confidence. It’s the opposite of fear. Love – Love is a fundamental characteristic of who God is and it’s a value that …
Who is god in the human form in Hinduism? In ancient and medieval era texts of Hinduism, the human body is described as a temple, and deities are described to be parts residing within it, while the Brahman (Absolute Reality, God) is described to be the same, or of similar nature, as the Atman (Self), …
What are the 7 Catholic social teachings? Catholic Social Teaching Research Guide: The 7 Themes of Catholic Social Teaching Life and Dignity of the Human Person. Call to Family, Community, and Participation. Rights and Responsibilities. Option for the Poor and Vulnerable. The Dignity of Work and the Rights of Workers. Solidarity. Care for God’s Creation. …