The Counsel of Trent #1012 - Are Catholic Arguments Circular? (with Methodist Ministries)
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Mar 26, 2025 Dive into a thought-provoking discussion on the contrasting views of authority between Catholicism and Protestantism. Explore the influence of the Pope and the significance of tradition versus scripture. Unpack the complexities of circular versus spiral reasoning regarding the infallibility of the Catholic Church. The conversation also examines various faith authority structures and encourages reflection on personal beliefs, drawing on historical evidence and personal stories. It's a rich exploration of faith that challenges listeners to think critically.
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Protestant Scriptural Authority
- Lucas, from Methodist Ministries, uses scripture to assess Catholic pronouncements, even the Pope's.
- He prioritizes scripture, highlighting a core Protestant principle.
Catholic Levels of Authority
- Trent explains that Catholics also use scripture, but the Pope's authority has levels.
- The Pope isn't always infallible; only when formally defining dogma.
Circular Reasoning?
- Lucas points out a circularity in Catholic reasoning: the Bible validates the Church, but the Church validates the Bible.
- This circularity strengthens his Protestant view.