In this episode, Jacque and Megan discuss five common misconceptions or caricatures of what Catholics believe:

1. Papal Infallibility means that everything the Pope says is true/binding.
2. We worship Mary. We think she didn’t need to be saved.
3. Saints have their own power or are on the same level as God.
4. Catholics believe in work-based salvation.
5. Catholics don’t read the Bible. Catholics put the Magisterium or Tradition over the Bible.

Our past episode on Mary

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In this episode, Jacque and Megan discuss five common misconceptions or caricatures of what protestants believe:

1. The Bible is our only authority (sola scriptura)
2. Good works are not necessary in salvation (sola fide)
3. Church history/tradition is unimportant
4. Sacraments are mere symbols and powerless
5. Mary is unimportant/has no role

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Should we baptize infants or only someone who professes faith in Christ? In this episode, we talked to Gavin about complexities in infant and believers Baptism and his journey from the Presbyterian church to the Baptist denomination. Gavin Ortlund is a husband, father, pastor, and writer. He serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai in Ojai, California. Gavin has a Ph.D. from Fuller Theological Seminary and an M.Div from Covenant Theological Seminary. He is the author of several books and blogs regularly about theology and Christian Living. Gavin also creates content on his YouTube channel, “Truth Unites” where he posts a variety of videos on apologetics and theology.

Resources:

Gavin’s Blog Soliloquium

Truth Unites YouTube Channel

Gavin’s List of Publications

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What unites us all as Christians and what are the main issues still dividing us? In this episode, we interview Trent Horn about bridging the gap between Catholics and Protestants. Trent himself converted to Catholicism and has earned master’s degrees in theology, philosophy, and bioethics. He works for Catholic Answers as a staff apologist and is passionate about teaching Catholics to graciously and persuasively engage with those who disagree with them. Trent has written numerous books and also hosts his podcast: The Counsel of Trent. 

Resources:

Trent Horn’s Website

The Counsel of Trent Podcast

Books by Trent Horn

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Do Protestant’s believe the eucharist is merely symbolic? Do Catholics really believe they are partaking in the actual body and blood of Jesus? What is the significance of this sacrament? In this episode, Jacque and Megan debate their differing views surrounding the Lord’s Table.

Resources for Megan’s Position:

Definition of Different Views

Christ, Baptism, and the Lord’s Supper by Leonard J. Vander Lee

Catholic Bishop’s Definition

Michael Patton on Rejecting Transubstantiation

Strong’s Greek, Greek Word Study

1 Corinthians 10:16-17, Hebrews 12:1, 1 Corinthians 11:29, 2 Corinthians 5:15, John 6:53-63, John 15:1, John 11:25, John 10:7-9, John 6:48, John 1:1-14, 1 Corinthians 13:12

Resources for Jacque’s Position:

The Fourth Cup – Dr. Scott Hahn

Science of Eucharistic Miracles

Catechism 1328

Catechism 1345

Catechism 1383

Catechism 1367

Catechism 1369

Catechism 1370

Catechism 1371

Catechism 1382

Catechism 1381

Why Non Catholics Cannot Receive

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In this episode, Jacque and Megan talk with Austin Suggs from Gospel Simplicity. Gospel Simplicity began as a YouTube channel in a Moody Bible Institute dorm. It was born out of the central conviction that the gospel is really good news that should be shared with as many people as possible. Austin creates content around biblical and theological topics, often interacting with people from across the Christian tradition with the hope of seeking greater unity and introducing people to the beautiful simplicity and transformative power of the gospel, the good news about Jesus.

Some topics discussed in this episode are:

1. When do doctrinal differences become issues that require division?
2. What would it take for Protestants to join Catholics or vice versa?
3. How to respond to Protestants who reject the legitimacy of a Catholic’s faith and vice versa.
4. Will there ever be a union of all different Christian traditions on this side of heaven?

Resources:

Subscribe to Gospel Simplicity on YouTube!

Like Gospel Simplicity on Facebook

 

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Meet Reilly! In this episode, Jacque and Megan talk to Reilly about her conversion story from a non-denominational, Protestant background to the Catholic Church. They discuss the messy parts of conversion, the difficulties and doubts that come along with it, and also the good and beautiful parts as well.

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