Catholic Answers Live

“Is Baptism Necessary for Salvation?” This question opens a discussion on the essential role of baptism in the Catholic faith, addressing concerns such as whether a Catholic father can baptize his children without the mother’s consent and what God is doing during the baptismal rite. Other topics include the Church’s acceptance of baptisms from some Protestant denominations and the differences between sprinkling and immersion.

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Questions Covered:

02:29 – Is Baptism Necessary for Salvation?

06:40 – Can a father who is Catholic get his children baptized without the consent of the mother?

08:05 – Since baptism is not just a symbol, what exactly is God doing at baptism?

15:20 – Why does the Church accept baptisms in some protestant churches

18:10 – What is the Catholic view on sprinkling vs immersion, and also on the formula (in Jesus’ name vs the trinitarian formula)?

41:30 – I grew up Catholic and have been Catholic my whole life, but I don’t have any proof that I am baptized. Should I get baptized? I’m kind of worried that maybe I was never baptized.

47:20 – Was John the Baptist’s baptism from God or from man?

52:00 – My granddaughter is being raised in a non-denom church. They are going to let her choose to be baptized when she turns seven. Should I be worried about the state of her soul before she is baptized?

“Why are we guilty of the sin of Adam and Eve?” This question opens a discussion on original sin and its implications for humanity. The episode also addresses the introduction of the “Once Saved Always Saved” concept, clarifies the authority of papal documents regarding salvation, and explores the challenges faced by a divorced Catholic seeking to return to the faith.

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Questions Covered:

04:25 – Why Are We Guilty of the Sin of Adam and Eve?

12:13 – How did the idea of Once Saved Always Saved get introduced into the world?

19:02 – Regarding Papal documents that say shedding blood for Christ won’t get you into heaven unless one submits to the pontiff. I’ve heard it argued that protestants are, loosely, under his authority but that feels more like a technicality rather than a development of doctrine. Can you help clarify?

29:05 – How is a fallen away Catholic who is divorced but wants to begin practicing the faith again supposed to live?

34:45 – Revelation 19:9 talks about the true things of God. Does that imply there are also bad things of God?

41:30 – I’m a Baptist. How is dogma viewed in Catholicism? Why are they required for salvation and why not treat them like some Marian apparitions where the Church allows the belief but doesn’t require it?

“How do I defend the Trinity?” This question leads to a discussion on the eternal subordination of the Son and how to address claims of heresy. Additionally, the episode touches on where the Church Fathers sourced their Hebrew scriptures, the need for ecclesiastical permission in fictional scenarios, and the Catholic perspective on lying.

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Questions Covered:

01:50 – Where did the Church Fathers get their copies of the Hebrew scriptures?

12:00 – How do I best defend the Trinity against someone who calls it heresy specifically in regards to eternal subordination of the son?

21:00 – Would the ghostbusters need ecclesiastical permission to do what they did in the movies?

28:58 – Is it ever ok to lie from the Catholic perspective?

35:40 – When did it become a custom for religious people to change their names?

42:15 – Does Romans 4 (particularly Romans 4:5) conflict with Catholicism’s doctrines faith, works, and a love?

52:45 – What is the church’s position on simulation theory?

“What did Jesus mean by losing your life?” This question opens a discussion on the profound implications of self-sacrifice in faith. The episode also addresses interpretations of the commandment regarding other gods, the Vatican’s stance on supernatural phenomena, and the availability of grace for salvation, showcasing a rich variety of theological insights.

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Questions Covered:

02:55 – What did Jesus mean when he said, “if you lose your life, you will find it” in Mt 16:25?

13:30 – Can we interpret having “no other gods before me” as not having any angels and saints before God’s presence?

24:20 – Do the new norms of the Vatican exploring supernatural phenomena abrogate the belief in Medjugorje?

32:10 – Does Catholic teaching allow us to tell anyone at any time that grace is sufficient for salvation as always available or is it more limited to certain times?

43:15 – What are your thoughts on the three days of darkness?

47:42 – Is the idea that life begins as conception an idea based on Greek philosophy and not an original Christian principle?

“What was the best argument against Catholicism?” This question leads to a discussion on the challenges faced by Catholics, including how to reconcile difficult moments in Church history, such as the Inquisition, and the role of priests in absolution. Additionally, the conversation touches on maintaining faith during tough times, providing a well-rounded exploration of these important topics.

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Questions Covered:

17:10 – What did you think was the best argument against Catholicism when you were protestant?

22:45 – How do we justify bad things in Church history like the inquisition and bad things that popes did?

33:55 – Why can’t priests absolve themselves?

36:25 – In light of Mark 11:24, how can I maintain faith when things are hard?