I think some of these comments are addressed to me. First, please realize that I am NOT the author of this text. Frank Sheed is a famous Catholic apologist and I am much in his debt for the clarity and beauty of his writings on Theology. I have taken the liberty to copy some of the text of "Theology and Sanity" and presented it above. Sheed's work is an excellent read, especially for a Christian wondering just what the Catholic Church teaches with a great deal of biblical background and the weight of tradition to buttress his views. He is an eminent spokesman.
Second, I do not fully agree with your second statement regarding the traditions of men. For this I refer you to Dave Armstrong (who I believe frequents this forum). He has a number of great books on the Faith and is a Catholic convert with an extensive bible background. His book, The Catholic Verses, is one I am finishing up now. Again, if you find you have an interest, he makes a compelling case based totally on Scripture and the inconsistencies found when Authority was abandoned by the Reformation, to buttress his views and those of the Church.
I thank you for your kind comments. It is always great to have a civil and cordial dialog between fellow Christians.
May God be with you this fine day!
Frank
The comments were addressed to you. Even though you didn't write them - thank you for sending them my way.
May God be with us all this fine day........Ping-Pong