Tag: faith

  • Catholic Practices That Are Not Apostolic

    Veneration of Mary as Co-Redemptrix:Catholics frequently honor Mary with titles like “Co-Redemptrix” and pray to her as a mediator. The Apostles focused solely on Jesus as mediator (1 Timothy 2:5) and did not elevate Mary in this way. Use of the Rosary:The Rosary, a structured prayer with beads, is a staple of Catholic devotion. No…

  • Problems with Roman Catholicism from a Reformed Protestant Perspective

    The Reformed Protestant tradition has long critiqued Roman Catholicism on theological, ecclesiastical, and doctrinal grounds. Rooted in the principles of the Reformation, these critiques emphasize the authority of Scripture, justification by faith alone, and the sufficiency of Christ’s work. Below, we explore key concerns raised by Reformed theologians and Puritans regarding Roman Catholic doctrine. 1.…

  • The 7 Last Sayings of Christ on The Cross

    The seven last sayings of Christ from the cross are: “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” (Luke 23:34) Even though the Roman authorities brutally tortured Christ and hung Him on the cross, He knew they were acting in ignorance. “Today you will be with me in paradise.” (Luke 23:43) Jesus said…

  • Intercession and Veneration Considered

    Sadly, many Catholics and Orthodox elevate Mary way above her lowly status. They argue that Mary, though a humble servant of God, is treated almost as a demigod or goddess in Catholic and Orthodox traditions. She was an “ordinary sinful woman”. She was merely a vessel who carried Jesus until His birth. This is a…

  • Marian Beliefs: Biblical or Unbiblical

    Catholics and Orthodox have Marian theologies which are unbiblical. They give Mary reverence, hyper-veneration, create icons, paintings, sculptures, and processionals for her. These things are for the Triune God alone. Several Doctors of the Catholic church, such as Ligouri, have written Marian books which explicitly call on believers to get saved through Mary. This is…

  • Assurance of Salvation

    We absolutely can have assurance of salvation. This surety is predicated on God’s inerrant and infallible Word. We are saved by Christ’s secure grip on us, not our grip on Him. We are preserved by God’s grace. The following Scriptures give clear and direct evidence of assurance of salvation. Sadly, the sacramental churches, such as…

  • Biblical Soteriology Is Monergistic

    Regeneration precedes faith. Faith is the fruit of regeneration, not the root of it. Biblical soteriology (how we are saved) is monergistic. That is, it is God acting alone. Man’s will is enslaved to sin. So his will is limited. Man cannot initiate salvation, because he is spiritually dead. Man’s will is so enslaved to…

  • Debating Christian Truth: Wes Huff vs. Billy Carson

    There was an online discussion about the veracity of Christianity, it took place approximately 4 weeks ago, that went viral. The debate was between a Christian historian and apologist, Wes Huff, and Billy Carson, according to wikia he is an “entrepreneur, author, music artist, TV host, producer, actor, director, and expert in Ancient Civilizations.” Wes…

  • Are Roman Catholic Beliefs Biblical

    The following are various beliefs of Roman Catholicism, contrasted with the teachings of Scripture. RCC: The worship of Mary, the “Saints”, images, and relics.BIBLE: The holy Trinity is the one and only true object of worship.(Acts 12:23; 17:24-29) RCC: The Catholic pope is the head and foundation of the visible Church.BIBLE: Christ is the sole…

  • Faith Alone: The Cornerstone of The Reformation

    Justification by faith alone (Sola Fide) is the lynchpin of the Protestant Reformation. It will stand or fall on the basis of this doctrine. The essence of Sola Fide is the teaching that we are not saved by the merits of any of our good works, but rather we are saved on the merits of…