

Did Pope Francis Promote Universalism?
Sep 24, 2024
Pastor Mike Shreve, a former Catholic and evangelist focused on reaching Catholics, dives into the controversy surrounding Pope Francis's remarks that all religions serve as paths to God. He argues that these statements may reflect significant issues within Catholic teaching, potentially shifting towards universalism. Shreve critiques the interpretation of these remarks and emphasizes the necessity of spiritual rebirth through Christ as the only way to true sonship. The discussion highlights the theological tensions between Protestant and Catholic beliefs regarding salvation and authority.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Faith Journeys and Ecumenical Dialogue
02:44 • 6min
Pope's Path to Universalism
08:48 • 12min
The New Birth: Path to True Sonship
21:05 • 6min
Theological Tensions in Catholic Doctrine
27:27 • 30min
Infant Baptism: A Theological Debate
57:55 • 6min
Theological Divides: Protestant vs. Catholic
01:04:05 • 11min
Exploring Catholic Beliefs and Biblical Languages
01:14:52 • 1min