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Reformation Day – and What Led Me To Back to Catholicism
The Catholic Thing ^ | 10/28/11 | Francis J. Beckwith

Posted on 10/28/2011 6:59:29 AM PDT by markomalley

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To: TexConfederate1861
You evidently forgot, in all your Scripture knowing, 2 Tim. 2:15. "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." It does NOT say "Ask the Catholic Church what God's word says, it does NOT say perform sacraments, go to Mass, pray the rosary to shew thyself approved unto God.

And I won't bother you with actually typing 2 Tim. 3:15-17, as I know you simply must know it already, being the theologian that you claim to be.

So evidently you don't know as much scripture OR theology than you OR I think you know...

Please, attempt to "tear me up" with your knowledge. It would be a fun night.

2,181 posted on 11/14/2011 6:45:31 PM PST by smvoice ("The tongue is a fire...and it is set on fire of Hell." I believe Ivo of Chatre would agree.)
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To: CynicalBear

That is totally INSANE. So I guess that for the 350 years before there was a Bible, we should disregard the Martyrs and Saints who gave their lives for Christ?!! Right.


2,182 posted on 11/14/2011 6:47:39 PM PST by TexConfederate1861 (Surrender means that the history of this heroic struggle will be written by the enemy.)
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To: smvoice
What is "incredible" is that…

you discovered Dispensationalism® and some old dead nineteenth-century dudes are getting all the credit for it.

2,183 posted on 11/14/2011 6:48:24 PM PST by D-fendr (Deus non alligatur sacramentis sed nos alligamur.)
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To: TexConfederate1861

In Sola Scriptura-World, history stopped at the end of the Book of Acts.


2,184 posted on 11/14/2011 6:52:07 PM PST by D-fendr (Deus non alligatur sacramentis sed nos alligamur.)
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To: smvoice

The Bible was created for the Church, not the Church for the Bible. Apart from the guidance of the Holy Church, the scripture is useless. The two were never meant to be separate.


2,185 posted on 11/14/2011 6:53:45 PM PST by TexConfederate1861 (Surrender means that the history of this heroic struggle will be written by the enemy.)
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To: D-fendr
You cannot seem to comprehend what is written. I cannot make it any clearer. It's not "cannot". It's "will not". That's your loss. Not mine.

Good luck on your journey. Prayerfully you will find you've been holding the map upside down and change directions before the final exit comes up.

2,186 posted on 11/14/2011 6:53:46 PM PST by smvoice ("The tongue is a fire...and it is set on fire of Hell." I believe Ivo of Chatre would agree.)
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To: D-fendr

Yes. Looney Tune world as well....(HUMOR)


2,187 posted on 11/14/2011 6:55:39 PM PST by TexConfederate1861 (Surrender means that the history of this heroic struggle will be written by the enemy.)
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To: smvoice

I was hoping to hear about the precise moment of your discovery of Dispensationalism®. Just you and Scripture, none of that tradition stuff, no writings of fallible men. I pictured maybe a fire in the fireplace a little organ music…

Ah, well.


2,188 posted on 11/14/2011 7:01:59 PM PST by D-fendr (Deus non alligatur sacramentis sed nos alligamur.)
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To: MarkBsnr
Perhaps it would benefit you to do a little study.

Hebrew was the language spoken by the ancient Israelites, and in which were composed nearly all of the books of the Old Testament. The name Hebrew as applied to the language is quite recent in Biblical usage, occurring for the first time in the Greek prologue of Ecclesiasticus, about 130 B.C.

In New-Testament usage the current Aramaic of the time is frequently called Hebrew (hebrais dialektos, Acts 21:40; 22:2; 26:14), not in the strict sense of the word, but because it was the dialect in use among the Jews of Palestine. [http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07176a.htm]

Bottom line is that there were three different languages used on the plague above Jesus. There is no disagreement between the Matthew, Luke, and John. It was that each was giving what was written in three different languages.

Every time I am asked that question it arises from a faulty perception that the three disagree in what was written. The do not. You can try to obfuscate any which way you want but the fact remains that I know what the reason for asking the question was.

2,189 posted on 11/14/2011 7:02:33 PM PST by CynicalBear
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To: CynicalBear
Why would you use a list from the first anti Pope as a beginning for anything?

However, you may wish to try Tertullian.

2,190 posted on 11/14/2011 7:02:39 PM PST by MarkBsnr (I would not believe in the Gospel, if the authority of the Catholic Church did not move me to do so.)
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To: TexConfederate1861
Thank you. Truly I do not hate anyone here, but as I came from a ZEALOUS Southern Baptist background, I searched for the Historic Church of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and found it in Eastern Orthodoxy (Catholicism). I studied for the priesthood, and would have been ordained, except that I went thru divorce which barred me from taking Holy Orders. That being said, my RC brethren and I do disagree on some things, but by in large, we agree more than disagree. I only wish to bring my brothers back into the fold.

Thank you, too, I'm glad to hear you don't hate. I fully understand that in the "heat" of an argument it can be easy to blast away. I try to not post when I feel like that.

I came from a cradle Roman Catholic background and found myself praying that God would show me "if there is any such thing as truth". He answered that prayer when a few months later we were back in the U.S. and went to my grandparents' Southern Baptist Church. There in Sunday School, a teacher showed me John 10:27-30 and I knew that was the truth I was seeking. God says he is a rewarder of those who diligently seek him. We all must answer to him on how we respond to the light he reveals to us.

As far as your RC brethren and bringing them back into the fold, I would have to say that will only be possible if the Eastern Rite gives in to what the Latin one asserts. That means it's THEIR way or no way on the primacy of the Pope, his infallibility, the Filioque (their way) and any other areas where you differ with them. The same thing with the Anglicans or any other faith tradition that wants to "reunite". Unless the Eastern Orthodox gives in, there won't be any bringing "them" back into your fold.

2,191 posted on 11/14/2011 7:03:34 PM PST by boatbums ( Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us. Titus 3:5)
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To: smvoice

I don’t pray the Rosary. And the Scripture that Paul was referring to in his letter to Timothy was the Old Testament.
Also, Since Paul WAS a part of the Church, his instruction to Timothy was correct. He doesn’t say interpret scripture any way you want. He also doesnt say reject the teachings of the Church either.


2,192 posted on 11/14/2011 7:04:34 PM PST by TexConfederate1861 (Surrender means that the history of this heroic struggle will be written by the enemy.)
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To: CynicalBear
Pope John Paul II had this embroidered on the side of his robe "TOTUS TUUS SUM MARIA". I’m sure you could help us all and tell us what it says right? Let me help you out. It means “I am all yours Mary”. All yours Mary? Not all yours Christ? Then tell us what the M on his coat of arms is for.

Since the Incarnation is so tied to Mary, we don't see a problem with recognizing her as an important part of the revelation to mankind.

2,193 posted on 11/14/2011 7:07:45 PM PST by MarkBsnr (I would not believe in the Gospel, if the authority of the Catholic Church did not move me to do so.)
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To: CynicalBear
>>Convinced? No? Perhaps these good people can help enlighten.<<

So you are saying that all the Protestants here are “those people”? Have any here stated those positions? Are you claiming that all here adhere to some web site that you have found? Should I find all the sites that adhere to a “queen of heaven” and equate you to them? There are many out there.

Where did you get this little ditty from? I merely asked the good posters if they would be willing to enlighten from their own perspectives.

Once again you attempt to obfuscate by going outside of the group here that you have accused of such but not shown any here who have said anything like that. So, NO I am not convinced that you have shown me anyone that you have accused here of making that statement.

You said 'any Protestant'. Surely the AV1611 group is Protestant. If any of these nice people happen to confirm it, then I will consider a retraction from your august self forthcoming and sincere. If not, then there are enough examples to bring forth.

2,194 posted on 11/14/2011 7:10:52 PM PST by MarkBsnr (I would not believe in the Gospel, if the authority of the Catholic Church did not move me to do so.)
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To: boatbums
Interesing. I don't recall seeing this claim before. Do you have a source? After all, the NT was written entirely in Greek. Why would the Gospel writings each pick a different language?

How quickly they forget! Didn't we have this dicussion a mere few months ago! The Gospel of Luke explains EXACTLY what Cynical Bear has stated - and I posted the same to you: Luke 23:38 And a superscription also was written over him in letters of Greek, and Latin, and Hebrew, THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS.

I don't recall you making the claim that each Gospel wrote the inscription in a different language (except for Mark who wrote in Esperanto or something).

2,195 posted on 11/14/2011 7:12:24 PM PST by MarkBsnr (I would not believe in the Gospel, if the authority of the Catholic Church did not move me to do so.)
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To: CynicalBear
You’ve gotten to be a rather one trick pony haven’t you. If the questions are too hard just say so.

Talking to yourself again? Tsk, tsk.

2,196 posted on 11/14/2011 7:13:06 PM PST by MarkBsnr (I would not believe in the Gospel, if the authority of the Catholic Church did not move me to do so.)
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To: D-fendr
I think that post may be a first. A fallible man asking his fallible self for his fallible opinion.

It’s enough to cause a short circuit between a fallible man’s keyboard and chair.


2,197 posted on 11/14/2011 7:15:09 PM PST by MarkBsnr (I would not believe in the Gospel, if the authority of the Catholic Church did not move me to do so.)
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To: TexConfederate1861
When books of New Testament written

Matthew – 37AD written by Matthew, called Levi, son of Alphaeus and brother of James
Mark – 57-63AD written by John Mark
Luke – 58-63AD written by Luke
John – 90AD written by John
Acts - 63AD written by Luke, the beloved physician
Romans – 58-60AD the 6th of Pauls letters written in Crinth and sent to Rome by Phebe
1 Corinthians – 59AD written by Paul at Ephesus
2 Corinthians – 60AD written by Paul
Galatians – 69AD written by Paul
Ephesians – 64AD written by Paul
Philippians – 64AD written by Paul
Colossians – 64AD written by Paul
1 Thessalonians – 54AD written by Paul
2 Thessalonians – 54-55AD written by Paul
1Timothy – 67AD written by Paul
2 Timothy – 68AD written by Paul
Titus – 67AD written by Paul
Philemon – 64AD written by Paul
Hebrews – 68AD written by Paul
James – 45AD written by James the brother of Jesus
1Peter – 60AD written by Peter
2 Peter – 61-65AD written by Peter
1-3 John – 90AD written by John the Apostle
Jude – 66AD written by Jude
Revelation – 96AD written by John the Apostle

Now, when was it again the RCC thinks they wrote the Bible?

2,198 posted on 11/14/2011 7:15:43 PM PST by CynicalBear
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To: MarkBsnr

Esperanto!


2,199 posted on 11/14/2011 7:15:48 PM PST by D-fendr (Deus non alligatur sacramentis sed nos alligamur.)
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To: D-fendr
It was more like blood, sweat and tears. "And ye shall seek me and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart." Jer. 29:13.

It was the DESIRE to know God's word that led me to study God's word. And it was the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, as a believer, who led me. No fireplace, no organ music, no incense, no pretty art on the ceilings, no stained glass windows, no wafers and wine. Just seeking God and His word with all my heart. You should try it sometime. It will set you free from the bondage of "religion". And being dead in your sins.

2,200 posted on 11/14/2011 7:18:00 PM PST by smvoice ("The tongue is a fire...and it is set on fire of Hell." I believe Ivo of Chatre would agree.)
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