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Catholic Apologetics 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Mastering Arguments That Actually Work
Stop trying to "win" arguments. Seriously. If your goal in Catholic apologetics is to walk away with a metaphorical trophy and a digital "mic drop" while the other person feels like a theological floor mat, you’ve already lost. I’ve been a catechist for over 20 years. I’ve seen every "gotcha" question in the book, from […]
The Big Bang Theory Was a Catholic Priest’s Idea (And Other Science Facts to Ruin a Skeptic’s Day)
"The Church is the enemy of science." It’s the slogan of the modern skeptic, usually shouted from the digital rooftops by someone whose last interaction with physics was a C-minus in high school and a three-hour YouTube marathon of "debunking" videos. It’s a comfortable narrative. It’s clean. It’s convenient. It’s also completely wrong. Yes, and […]
The Islamic Dilemma Simple Flow chart
The Islamic Dilemma: Interactive Walkthrough The Islamic Dilemma: Interactive Walkthrough This interactive HTML page guides you through the “Islamic Dilemma” (also known as the Quranic Dilemma), a logical argument from Christian apologetics challenging Islamic claims about the Bible. It includes points, counterpoints, and refutations. Interact by making choices, clicking to reveal refutations, and testing your […]
Debate Dynamics: How Faith, Logic, and Scripture Collide in Godlogic’s Dialogue with a Muslim Thinker
When faith and critical thinking collide, it’s not just about winning a debate—it’s about opening doors to deeper truth. Godlogic’s approach shows how persistence, honest questions, and appeals to reason can challenge even the strongest convictions, reminding readers that every theology must withstand close scrutiny.
Beyond the Verse: What Protestants and Catholics Overlook About the Bible’s Origins
You’ll never look at a Bible’s table of contents the same way again: Protestants and Catholics alike accept things about the Bible that aren’t written in scripture. For Catholics, that’s no scandal—tradition and Church authority are part of the story. If you’re ever hit with a “show-me-a-verse” challenge, remember: sometimes the answer isn’t in a verse at all.
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“Where do you Catholics find Confession in the Bible?”
Jesus Grants Authority to Forgive Sins John 20:21 (RSV): Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I send you.” In this verse, Jesus conveys to his apostles that they are being sent forth in a similar manner as he was sent by the Father. Just […]
Happy Feast of Christ the King!
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Works vs. Works of the Law: Understanding True Christian Justification
“Faith Alone” distorts the gospel and breaks obedience off as a part of faith When exploring the essentials of Christian faith, one topic that often causes confusion is the distinction between works and works of the law. This distinction is critical to understanding how a person is justified before God according to the Bible. In […]
A Confession Reflection for the Season that is Lenten
I spoke in my previous entry about Pope Francis’ enthusiasm for the Sacrament of Confession. According to Catholic Radio, he decided to pursue his vocation to the priesthood while attending Confession. The majority of Catholics rarely, if ever attend Confession, a sacrament about which I am very passionate. In a shared objection with non-Catholics, many disagree […]
Transform Your OCIA Experience with These Beginner Catholic Books
These are the very books I use and recommend! You are starting a meaningful journey through OCIA, and the right books can speed your understanding, deepen your faith, and make parish conversations less intimidating. These selections focus on clarity, trustworthy teaching, and practical help for new Catholics, so you can feel prepared for Mass, confident […]
The Westboro Baptists,The Rainbow House, And The Chariot of Orthodoxy
Confessions: I am a Topekan. It’s a pretty good city, all things considered. Not the best, by far, but good. I’ve grown up “in the shadow” of the Westboro Baptist Church (WBC) all of my life. -They’ve picketed my Church (“Sodomite Fag Priests Burn In Hell,” apparently) -They’ve picketed my High School (“Sodomite School News […]