Exploring the Truth and Goodness in Different Religions while making the case for Catholic Christianity. Embracing the importance of the 73 books of the Bible and the seven sacraments for Christians.
The Catholic Church asserts that the fullness of truth resides within Catholicism, distinguishing it from other religions.
The importance of all 73 books in the Catholic Bible and the significance of the seven sacraments in one's Christian inheritance are emphasized.
Deep dives
Truth in Different Religions
Various religions hold different beliefs about the spiritual world, God, and other fundamental aspects. While there are truths in Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Protestant denominations, there are also discrepancies with core Catholic beliefs like the Trinity and the divinity of Jesus. The Catholic Church acknowledges the goodness and truth in other faiths but asserts that the fullness of truth resides within Catholicism.
Claiming Inheritance in Catholicism
The Catholic Church emphasizes the inclusion of all 73 books in the Bible, contrasting with the Protestant Bible's 66 books due to historical decisions made by Martin Luther. It also stresses the significance of all seven sacraments as part of one's Christian inheritance. The message extends to non-Catholic Christians, inviting them to explore the entirety of Christian teachings and traditions within Catholicism.
If you're truly open-minded, you can find some truth in most religions. You can find plenty of goodness and beauty as well. But where is the whole truth of God—the "fullness of truth"?
Fr. Mike makes the case for Catholic Christianity, and why you should settle for nothing less.