Catholic Answers Live

“Why create us if we can choose Hell?” This question opens a thought-provoking discussion on free will, evil, and salvation. The episode also explores how Jesus has written natural law on our hearts, the implications of the rebellion of Korah, and why God allows senseless evil in the world. Tune in for a deep dive into these critical topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 06:29 – Angels and humans were given free will. God doesn’t want us to go to Hell. Since he knows everything, why bother creating us if we were to choose Hell? 13:00 – If natural law has existed since the beginning of time, how has Jesus written the law on our hearts? 23:08 – Is the rebellion of Korah a foreshadowing of the Protestant rebellion? 33:10 – Why does God allow senseless evil, such as car accidents, natural disasters, etc. to kill his people, which seems to be something that would happen in a Deistic universe? 38:05 – What is a good answer to someone who says the church is not needed but only a relationship with Jesus? 42:30 – Protestant constantly say that there is one mediator. How would you respond to that claim? 46:54 – Lutherans say baptism forgives the sin from before and after your baptism. Why would that be incorrect? 51:16 – Aren’t we supposed to pray to God in Jesus name? We are not supposed to be praying to Jesus? Explore the complex interplay of free will, evil, and salvation in this insightful discussion on why God allows choices that lead to Hell.

What is the Melkite Catholic Church? Catholic Answers Live Host Cy Kellet interviews Bishop François Beyrouti to learn about the American Melkite Church.

“Why doesn’t St. Ignatius mention belief in Mary as essential for salvation?” This episode explores this intriguing question while also addressing the distinctions between latria and dulia, the Catholic Church’s stance on supporting the modern state of Israel, and the differences between Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:42 – Why doesn’t St. Ignatius of Antioch mention belief in Mary as essential salvation? 17:41 – What is the difference between latria and dulia? 25:05 – Are Catholics required to support the modern state of Israel? 30:11 – Why does the Catholic church typically only have communion with the bread and not wine? 40:52 – What is the main difference between the Catholic church and Eastern Orthodox? 44:30 – I don’t believe in God or the supernatural? What might help me believe in a God?

“Am I Catholic Without Catechesis?” This episode explores the nuances of faith and practice, addressing questions like the implications of baptism and confirmation without catechesis, responses to Seventh Day Adventist beliefs about death, and the role of Catholic schools in adhering to Church teachings. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 11:54 – Am I catholic if I was Baptized and confirmed, but I wasn’t Catechized or practice? 20:59 – What is a good response to the Seventh Day Adventist idea of a sleep death? 29:04 – At the time of Judgement, do we bypass heaven if we receive the apostolic pardon? 33:49 – Do Catholic schools need to abide by the Catholic church for curriculum? 45:05 – Why did you discount the Second Judgement in your answers for Seventh Day Adventist? 49:55 – How can I navigate converting to Catholicism when family isn’t supportive?

“Can saints intercede for us?” This episode explores the biblical basis for intercession, addressing questions like the reconciliation of Revelation 22:9 with the practice of honoring saints and the significance of the Eucharist in relation to salvation. Tune in as we also delve into the complexities of annulments and the nature of Mary’s sinlessness. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:55 – The saints’ attempt to intercede for us in Rev. 6:9 seems to have failed. What other biblical evidence is there for intercession? 14:16 – How can you reconcile Rev. 22:9 with the practice of offering dulia to the saints? 23:28 – If the Eucharist is required for salvation, then why did Jesus tell the good thief he would be in paradise that day. Why was it good enough for him but not the rest of us? 31:13 – It doesn’t make sense because we don’t know which saints are in heaven and if we pray to one that isn’t there, does that mean we are praying to a demon? The saints pray for you. 36:56 – Religions are man made and are all imperfect in particular the Catholic Church? 46:33 – I don’t understand where annulments fit into scripture? 51:31 – What sin did Mary not have? What is a dark intellect?

“Is eternal security promised in John 5:24?” This episode explores the implications of Jesus’ words on eternal life and judgment. Additionally, we delve into questions about the Church’s changes in the Mass, the nature of angels and their vulnerabilities, and the role of priests in forgiving sins. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:30 – “Jesus says in John 5:24 whoever believes in him has ‘eternal life.’ He states, “24 Truly, truly, I say to you, he who hears my word and believes him who sent me, has eternal life; he does not come into judgment, but has passed from death to life. Isn’t that a promise of eternal security?” 16:55 – Mt. 12:38 seems to contradict what Catholicism teaches on how much time Jesus spent in hell. 20:16 – Why did the Church change so much in mass? 28:50 – Can angels get hurt? 32:27 – I think there is a contradiction between priests forgiving in persona Christi since they contribute nothing vs forgiving mortal sin. 46:04 – It seems as though we worship an arrogant God.

“How does mental illness connect to spirituality and healing?” In this episode, we explore the intricate relationship between mental health and faith, addressing questions like the role of inherited genes in mental illness and spirituality, the Church’s stance on electric shock treatment for depression, and the spiritual aspects of OCD. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 20:25 – How do we look at inherited genes when it comes to mental illness and spirituality? 31:38 – How does the Church feel about electric shock treatment? Is it helpful for people with depression? 35:40 – I have a son with schizophrenia, and I’ve been looking for someone to help connect the spiritual and physical. 42:25 – Is there a spiritual component to OCD, if so can someone heal from it? 47:03 – I’ve had mental problems that the doctors have said there is no solution for. What do you recommend? 50:58 – How does generational trauma end?

“What happens if someone confesses to murder?” This episode explores the complexities of confession and forgiveness, alongside questions about processing unconfessed sins and the requirements for receiving a plenary indulgence during a visit to Rome. Join us as we delve into these important topics and more in this thought-provoking discussion. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:41 – What happens if someone confesses to murder? 15:36 – How do I process unconfessed sins that I haven’t thought of? 20:42 – What do I have to do to receive a plenary indulgence for my visit to Rome? 23:35 – Was Jesus ordaining the disciples at the washing of the feet? 30:22 – If God doesn’t weigh our deeds, what’s the point of Jesus weighing our deeds at the last judgement? 35:46 – Is it ok to publicly use a rite or celebrate a mass of a defunct rite? 38:04 – If a person has dementia, would that person still remember the people they met after dying while in purgatory? 43:02 – Regarding last Sunday’s readings? Who were the 3 men Abraham met outside his tent? 47:01 – Why do we not read about gentiles believing in God until Jesus? Did the Jews not allow them to follow God? 50:18 – What happens at death? Do we sleep until the resurrection or do our souls move to either heaven or purgatory? 53:25 – Can people in purgatory pray for us?

“Can Latin Mass bring Catholics back?” In this episode we are joined by Catholic Speaker John Sablan to talk about re-engaging fallen away Catholics. We discuss the potential of the Latin Mass in revitalizing faith, alongside discussions on using personal businesses for evangelization, reaching those curious about sacramental life, and effective ways to engage with fallen-away Catholics. Tune in for a thoughtful exploration of these important topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 21:46 – Is it a good idea to use my new woodworking business as a way to have a good Catholic influence for evangelization? 32:09 – How do you reach out to the people who can seem to figure out the mystery of sacramental life? 37:16 – How can the Latin Mass play a role in bringing Catholics back? 45:21 – What’s a good approach to converse with a fallen away older Catholic man to bring him back? 50:04 – My friends told me the reason they can’t become Catholic is because they don’t have the time for all the classes. Wouldn’t it be better to go back the older way that was a shorter process?

In this episode Dr. Marcus Peter answers questions about the covenants of God. He discusses how covenants tie into our modern Sacrements and how covenantal theology is key to understanding the Catholic faith! Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 44:24 – Is there a relationship between the term sacramentum and oath. Would calling a sacrament an oath detract from its proper meaning? 51:08 – Should you keep engaging with a person who is having a sin conversation and wont correct it?