How many times must we go over this stuff?
Oh, pick me, pick me teacher, I know!
About every third time or so some FRoman or another tries to again raise the issue -- and in initial replies has their head handed to them (figuratively speaking -- on logical/factual argument basis) then others pile in to once again attempt to save the apologetic which is wielded as some form of weapon.
Should I offer popcorn?
Or in sober consideration of what else Christianity is facing nowadays in secular realm and in regards to Islam -- turn to the Marko Ramius (Sean Connery) quote from Red October;
Amusing, thank you.
I think the reason might be twofold - one, they don't believe the proof, no matter how compelling and historical, simply because it contradicts what some esteemed RC (by them) wrote on a blog or in a book. And, second - though this is sinister and I hesitate to say it - some KNOW the truth but care more about roping into Catholicism someone who doesn't or simply to denigrate a "Protestant" every chance they get in hopes of converting someone out. Either way, it shows an abysmal lack of integrity coming from those who think they are superior to others in the faith. I pray sincere seekers of truth see through the facade.