Called to Communion Is The Church the New Roman Empire?
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May 7, 2025 Dive into the intriguing discussion on the new versus old Eve and the virtues of continence and temperance. Listeners engage with questions about faith, sin, and the transformative nature of redemption. The interplay between grace and free will is explored, highlighting how divine assistance influences human choices. Personal conversion stories reveal the impact of faith on family dynamics. Additionally, the podcast examines Church authority, atonement, and the rich history behind liturgical practices and symbols.
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Church Roots in Roman Empire
- The Catholic Church evolved from the Roman Empire's context but remains distinct in its supernatural mission.
- Its adoption of Roman cultural elements like regalia and bureaucracy is incidental, not foundational.
Explain Infant Baptism Clearly
- Explain infant baptism by citing St. Peter's teaching on baptism's promise for children.
- Emphasize that infants share implicit faith through godparents, which is a gift from God.
Grace Enables Free Will
- Grace precedes and enables human free will to cooperate with salvation.
- Cooperation with grace increases freedom rather than diminishing it.