Catholic Answers Live #12013 The Whys of Catholic Belief - Karlo Broussard
Jan 7, 2025
Karlo Broussard, an author and podcaster known for his works on Catholic belief, dives into key questions around the faith. He explores why Catholics pray for the intercession of Saints and the historical roots of this practice. Broussard discusses the relationship between tradition and the Bible, clarifying the notion of transubstantiation. Additionally, he addresses misconceptions about baptism and salvation, challenging the 'once saved, always saved' doctrine, and reflects on the unique roles of humans and angels in the spiritual realm.
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Intercession of Saints
- Catholics believe in the intercession of saints based on biblical and historical evidence.
- Revelation 5:8 describes elders presenting prayers of saints to Jesus, suggesting heavenly intercession.
Earliest Invocation of Saints
- The earliest record of invoking saints' intercession is a mid-3rd-century hymn, Subtuum Presidium.
- Early Christian grave inscriptions and catacomb writings also request prayers from the deceased.
Tradition and Scripture
- Catholics view Sacred Tradition and Sacred Scripture as two equal fonts of Divine Revelation from Jesus.
- Both hold equal authority, not one above the other.
