“Is Mary pre-saved according to Scripture?” This episode explores the biblical basis for Mary’s unique role, addressing questions like whether the term “Adelphoi” always indicates a biological sibling and why the Blessed Mother doesn’t mention abortion in her apparitions. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of Mary’s Immaculate Conception and her sinlessness.

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Questions Covered:

02:07 – Is thinking of Mary as being “pre-saved” biblical?
08:02 – Is it true that the Greek word Adelphoi always refers to a sibling born of the mother or father unless there is a qualifier?
15:30 – Why doesn’t the Blessed Mother ever talk about abortion in her apparitions since she always appears pregnant?
18:50 – Is there any mention of Mary being baptized?
23:20 – Regarding Lourdes, how does Mary’s declaration of being the Immaculate Conception relate to being protected from original sin?
29:29 – Is it true that if Mary had any sin on her soul she would not be capable of saying yes to the Angel Gabriel due to the pain she would endure during the passion?
34:04 – Can you provide a list of Early Church fathers that supports the view that Mary was purified and sanctified at Jesus’ conception in her womb?
38:03 – Could you expound on the term handmaid and what it means, especially in the context of Mary’s response to Gabriel?
44:44 – How could Mary be sinless and perfect? Since only God could be perfect, wouldn’t that be contradictory?
51:20 – Is there any reason to think that Mary lived a consecrated life in the temple?

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