Actually, you fail to demonstrate the reasonability of your statements when asked.
Simply, you suggest that unless something is specifically written in the Bible, and not a “Catholic” Bible, then it is to be viewed negatively.
You do know that the word “Trinity” exists nowhere in the Bible, right? We could go on and on about what is and isn’t in the Bible, like voting, but it would be absurd. But you know that.
Since the Bible didn’t exist as a unified document until 393, it couldn’t provide instructions on how it was to be assembled. So, by your logic, we couldn’t have a Bible, as it wouldn’t be Scriptural.
If you wish to have a discussion, be prepared to explain your statements. Replies with “Read the Gospels” don’t explain what YOU think. Rather, having read the Gospels, there are different opinions, so explain yours.
Really I don’t wish to have a discussion. I don’t wish to argue opinions.
I stand on the Word of God and not the traditions of man. But I will repeat the point a Catholic made upthread simply because it underscored the point I’m making:
There is no spiritual significance or relevance in smoke-signalling a new pope than there is in having a covered dish supper.