Shameless Popery #242 Do St. Paul’s Words DISPROVE the Catholic Eucharist?
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Jan 20, 2026 In this discussion, Joe tackles a common Protestant objection about the Eucharist, challenging the idea that St. Paul's use of 'bread' means it’s only symbolic. He explores John 6 to reveal Christ's true presence in the Eucharist. Through Greek distinctions and insights from the Gospels, he illustrates how the notion of ‘one loaf’ connects believers to Christ. Early Church Fathers are referenced to show the consistent belief in the real presence of Jesus in the bread, highlighting the Eucharist's role in unifying the Church.
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Paul Emphasizes Participatory Unity
- Paul calls the Eucharist "the bread which we break" while teaching participation in Christ's body and blood.
- This language implies the Eucharist unites believers as one body, not mere ordinary bread.
Jesus Frames Bread As His Flesh
- Jesus calls himself the bread of life and explicitly calls the bread he gives "my flesh" in John 6.
- Joe argues this shows calling the Eucharist "bread" can legitimately mean real flesh, not mere symbol.
Read Eucharistic Texts In Context
- When discussing Eucharistic words like "bread," read passages in context and compare related scriptures like John 6.
- Joe recommends this contextual method to avoid straw-man Protestant objections.
