Category Archives: arguments

Most Catholics have lived very secular lives, and they think in very secular terms. As a result, many teachings of the Church do not make sense to them. “For the Word of the Cross is certainly foolishness to those who … Continue reading →

The holy Catholic Church is in a very difficult state at the present time. If She were a patient in a hospital, She would be in the intensive care unit, with multiple injuries and diseases. If not for the work … Continue reading →

For many Catholics, the Roman Catholic faith is nothing other than the version of Catholicism in their own hearts, minds, and lives. So when any Pope or Council speaks or acts contrary to that version, they automatically assume that the … Continue reading →

As my readers know well, I take a thoroughly Catholic view of all these LGBT issues in present day society. My views are not compatible with present-day political correctness, because I base my belief on the teachings of Jesus and … Continue reading →

Jesus spoke repeatedly, with sharp correction, against the religious Pharisees of His day. In this way, He was instructing and warning us about the Pharisees of every generation. For there are Pharisees among the Catholic Christian faithful. One of the … Continue reading →

There is a misconception that fundamentalism is necessarily accompanied by the use of violence. Some Muslim fundamentalists are violent extremists. But religious fundamentalism does not always advocate, nor result in violence. A Muslim can prefer a fundamentalist version of Islam, … Continue reading →

There are many Catholics who have decided to teaching without first having learned. They go forth and proclaim the Gospel, without first learning the Gospel from the Church. They teach on the Sacraments without first reading what the Magisterium infallibly … Continue reading →

Here’s the post at TaylorMarshall.com: Become An Expert Catholic Apologist With NSTI This Year and the NSTI webpage: New Saint Thomas Institute. Taylor’s latest post: How to Make a Catholic Theology Resolution for 2015 Overall, my impression of NSTI is … Continue reading →

A reader suggested the title question, adding: “Scripture appears to contradict itself on this topic, but obviously that is not possible, so I and others must interpret some part of it incorrectly.” It’s a good question. The answer to this … Continue reading →