Posted on 10/21/2008 6:22:38 AM PDT by Ottofire
Mary Worship Still Alive in Catholicism
10/21/2008 - Tur8infan Benedict XVI is reported (link to report) as recently praying to Mary: "We implore you to have pity today on the nations that have gone astray, on all Europe, on the whole world, that they might repent and return to your heart," the text of the prayer reads.
This is a prayer that is openly idolatrous. Mankind needs to turn, not to the heart of Mary, but to the Son of Mary, Jesus Christ the Righteous. The true and proper object of worship is God alone.
Matthew 4:10 Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.
Benedict XVI is also reported as praying to her, "If you will not help us because we are ungrateful and unworthy children of your protection, we will not know to whom to turn."
This prayer demonstrates the underlying blindness of Catholicism. There is a place to which not only all of Europe in general, but Mr. Ratzinger in particular ought to turn for help, and whose protection should be sought: the throne of the Most High God, by the intercession of the Son of God, Jesus Christ with the aid of the Holy Spirit.
But though Jesus is the Son of Mary, and though Mary is greatly blessed to be the Mother of our Saviour, yet Jesus himself said:
Matthew 12:48-50
48But he answered and said unto him that told him, Who is my mother? and who are my brethren? 49And he stretched forth his hand toward his disciples, and said, Behold my mother and my brethren! 50For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother.
And again:
Mary 3:33-35
33 And he answered them, saying, Who is my mother, or my brethren? 34And he looked round about on them which sat about him, and said, Behold my mother and my brethren! 35 For whosoever shall do the will of God, the same is my brother, and my sister, and mother.
It is almost as though Jesus was concerned lest some might foolishly fall into the trap of worshiping his blood relatives! Indeed, here is Jesus' own condemnation of the error of adoration and veneration of Jesus' mother. They do not hold a special place in the kingdom of God, but are like all those who do the will of God. Yet Catholicism, as can be seen from this event, continues to elevate Mary improperly to the status of, in effect, a goddess to whom prayers are offered.
Benedict XVI did not even omit to provide a sacrifice to this de facto goddess. It is reported that, "In a gesture of filial love, the Pope then offered the Madonna a golden rose." One is reminded immediately of the similar offerings presented by the Philistines to the Ark of the Covenant in the Old Testament, particularly given Catholicism's claim (or at least the claim of her apologists) that Mary is the "ark of the New Covenant."
Finally, we should note that Benedict XVI is reported not to have left Jesus entirely out: "...The secret of Pompeii is the rosary: "This prayer leads us through Mary to Jesus." But, in fact, the Rosary leads men away from Jesus, as can be seen in the idolatry illustrated in the prayers above. Benedict XVI is reported to have claimed, "The rosary is a spiritual weapon in the struggle against evil, against all violence, for peace in hearts, in families, in society and in the world."
But, in fact, sadly it is an extra-Scriptural innovation: unknown to the apostles and unpracticed for centuries and centuries following Christ's ascension. The Early Church Fathers didn't say the Rosary, and neither should you: it is a tradition of men, not of God.
-TurretinFan
More modern, sure. Not more accurate.
When Luther changed the wording of Romans 3:28, that was more modern too.
Why is such hatred displayed for something so pure and innocent by self-proclaimed Christians? It seems that there are a few here with beams in their eyes searching for a non-existent speck in their brothers’.
Who left the gates at Stormfront open? Did a Klan meeting just let out or something?
Right now, no. I just moved last weekend, but yes, I will put up photos. And yes, I do worry that my love for my wife and children might be greater than my love for my God. That is the difference between you and me. I will admit to my worry about graven images and placing things between me and God. You will not even entertain the thought that I MIGHT be right and that Mary has become equal to God in many Catholics’ eyes.
What an amazing limitation to place on God!
He is omnipresent, and makes Himself present to the whole world through the power of the Holy Spirit, the Third Person of the Holy Trinity.
I am constantly amazed by this phenomenon. Self-deprivation of the Holy Sacraments certainly creates a big dangerous hole in the soul of some folks.
There is no absolute translation of the bible. Many, many of the Hebrew/Aramaic and Greek words have no direct translation to English therefore, unless you can read Hebrew/Aramaic and Greek you must rely on the translation of others. Many more translations use the word “like” in that verse than those who do not.
Which people in heaven are "dead"?
Are you sure you read the Bible?
Luther was editing the Bible to fit his agenda. In the end, the power he attained through his misguided followers corrupted him to the point of absolute madness.
“If you would read, you would find that I got the info from CATHOLICS. My friend was most definitely Catholic and would not lie to me.”
I have no idea who you are. Why on earth would I give you two cents worth of credence.
Okay, but she was a mere mortal like everyone else and her words mean no more nor any less than the words of any other human who ever lived. She will be judged by the exact same standard as you and I and in the eyes of God the Father, she is equal.
It's not the evidence, it's the seriousness of the charge? Dan Rather, is that you?
That's a loophole I could drive a tent-revival flatbed semi through.
Many more translations use the word “like” in that verse than those who do not.
Then many more translations get it wrong than get it right.
God created her without sin, there is nothing to judge.
Where is that despicable thing located?
Luke 1:26-31
26 10 In the sixth month, the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a town of Galilee called Nazareth,
27 to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgin's name was Mary.
28 And coming to her, he said, "Hail, favored one! The Lord is with you."
29 But she was greatly troubled at what was said and pondered what sort of greeting this might be.
30 Then the angel said to her, "Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.
31 Behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall name him Jesus.
Romans 3:23 For ALL have sinned and fall short the glory of God.
Mary did not live a sinless life; only Jesus did that and because of that, he alone was able to become the perfect sacrifice to atone for all of our sins. Mary was merely human, just like you and me. She had human fallibilities and shortcomings. Her mortal body died because of HER sins and has not been resurrected yet. Jesus’ mortal body died because of OUR sins and HAS been resurrected.
What an amazing limitation to place on God!
He is omnipresent, and makes Himself present to the whole world through the power of the Holy Spirit, the Third Person of the Holy Trinity.
145 posted on October 21, 2008 11:46:59 AM MDT by Petronski
The creator of the universe and salvation can not be found Yah'shua told us to look in His Word and Yah'shua condemned the traditions of man. He particularly excoriated those traditionsLet me put a finer point on it for you.
shalom b'SHEM Yah'shua HaMashiach Adonai
in the Pagan traditions of man as found in the Roman church
founded at Nicea by Constantine the Roman Pontiff,
who called it into being, managed it and promulgated it's findings.
be guided by His Spirit for understanding.
of man which impugned the Word of G-d.
Your interpretation of Scripture does not impress me.
I’m going to stick with the Church founded by Christ circa AD 32.
In your mind you are right, and for that I feel sorry for you.
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