#11645 How to Talk to Protestants About Mary and the Saints - Karlo Broussard

09:04 – How can I reconcile Adam, Eve and Evolution? 17:05 – What are your thoughts on magnetism, gravity and light? It almost seems like there’s a spiritual element to them that we can’t explain. Good 22:27 – Is it plausible to conclude that there must be a God, seeing how inanimate matter cannot create on its own? Good 33:36 – Is there an agreed upon definition of science? 37:27 – When Jesus said, you will have life more abundantly, do you think he was referring to the future and scientific discovery in the temporal world? 44:27 – The Church teaches all humans are persons but there seems to be circumstances where persons don’t exist in humans like, braindead people and zygotes. What are your thoughts on this? 52:35 – I’m a homeschooling mom and feel unprepared for the scientific subjects. How can I prepare? …

Questions Covered: 02:55 – I disagree with your statement that the apostles did not gain from spreading the gospel. 08:22 – How can I defend my new Catholic faith to my Jewish family? 16:39 – How do I defend the position that abortion should be illegal? 23:56 – Why does our modern biblical text use the Masoretic text instead of the Septuagint which is more apologetic friendly? 31:17 – I’m a revert living in the bible belt. How do I share my faith with my non-denominational Christians? 37:42 – Why is baptism a prerequisite to confession? 48:04 – How would you respond to the claim that euthanasia decreases suffering so it should be allowed …

Questions Covered: 05:50 – If a person leaves the Church because they sincerely believe it’s not true, are they still in danger of going to hell? 19:53 – Does the fact that the Church grants the title of Doctor of the Church to women contradict 1 Timothy 2:11-12 that talks about women being submissive not being teachers? 28:48 – After arguing with ChatGPT trying to make it conclude in belief in Jesus, I came to realize that it was hardwired to oppose it. What are your thoughts on this? 41:17 – I’m in college and need to debate if humans are good or bad in class. How do I argue this from free will? 49:31 – If a Catholic person doesn’t believe in the real presence would they still be able to receive communion? …

Questions Covered: 05:10 – Did the Old Testament permit chattel slavery? 11:05 – Regarding your recent Sola Scriptura Debate. Why did it matter that the Jews didn’t know that Isaiah was a part of the canon? 13:17 – I’m a little confused about purgatory. What exactly is it for? 17:15 – How can we be sure that the Divine Mercy revelation is true? 20:41 – If NFP is just as successful as other contraception, how does the Church differentiate the morality of one or the other? 24:46 – Was it wrong for Rahab to have lied to the guards? 31:44 – How are we supposed to interpret 1 John 5:16-17 in the context of venial and mortal sin? 41:30 – Where does motor sport fall into CCC 2290 which states, “Those incur grave guilt who, by drunkenness or a love of speed, endanger their own and others’ safety on the road.” 44:19 – If God knew us from the beginning, does this mean that time is not linear but just is? 49:38 – What do Catholics believe about Protestants who speak in tongues? 52:39 – How would one respond to a non-Catholic who claims we do more than just pray to saints like ask St. Anthony to find lost items or bury a statue of St. Joseph to buy a house? …

Questions Covered: 08:16 – In order to become a sacristan, does one also have to be an extraordinary minister on holy communion? 12:30 – After the final judgment, will there be procreation? 17:56 – How can I gain enough knowledge to defend the Filioque and the papacy from the Orthodox? 20:49 – Can you elaborate on the differences between praying to Mary and the saints and contacting the dead? 37:08 – How can we not conclude that Genesis 3:18-19 would you support human composting? 44:03 – How do you know when you are truly repented of a sin rather than just being afraid of hell? …

Questions Covered: 06:30 – Is belief in purgatory necessary for salvation? 17:05 – How does John 17:15 relate to the life of monks? 24:25 – How can a Catholic prove that the Church didn’t fall into apostasy after the apostolic age? 35:33 – Is human composting ethical and dignified? 43:55 – How do I respond to the claim that the Church suppressed saints and they claimed the papal bull Beatus Andraeus was the cause of this. I can’t find the document anywhere. What is it and how do I respond? 49:05 – Acts 13:33 quotes Psalms. Did they already have a Jewish canon of scripture at that time? …

Questions Covered: 02:02 – The Catholic Church says that no evil thing can enter into heaven. Then how can Satan enter heaven accuse the brethren before God? 07:31 – Who can bless people? Can we only bless our children? If someone baptizes their child in a non-emergency situation, would it be valid and would it be a sin? 15:27 – My parents are Pentecostal and have recently been asking why we don’t celebrate Easter on Passover or any other Jewish feasts? How should I respond? 22:16 – I’ve been meeting with Jehovah’s Witnesses. They claim that the bible says that the name of God (Jehovah) must be used. How do I respond? 29:04 – I was arguing with a protestant who said Jesus can’t be sacramentally present in the Eucharist because of Hebrew 9:28. What is the 35:28 – Does the Church teach that all truths that are necessary for salvation are found in the bible? 43:01 – Are the 3 persons of the Trinity co-equal? 47:54 – What if a person baptized a child without the knowledge that they weren’t supposed to? Is that sinful? 51:16 – I disagree with your comment that God did away with the law …

Questions Covered: 03:41 – This YouTube user’s main stumbling block to Catholicism was Divine Hiddenness. Why doesn’t God show himself to us? 15:36 – My son is scrupulous. If my son is in a state of mortal sin but desires to go to confession and suddenly dies, what is the disposition of his soul? 20:12 – Hypothetical Question: Would lay people be able to offer the sacraments if there were no more clergy? 25:09 – CCC 83 says sacred tradition needs to be of apostolic origin. Why isn’t there a consensus on the number of sacraments? 44:30 – Is the essence of the Trinity the first person of the trinity, the Father? 50:22 – My husband says he doesn’t believe in the Catholic Church anymore. Is he committing a mortal sin if he continues to receive communion? …

Questions Covered: 20:17 – Is there a correlation between couples not using birth control and the success in raising catholic children? 21:55 – I am Catholic, but my husband is Protestant. I find it hard to bring the Faith, especially the Rosary, in our household in ways that are non-threatening to my spouse. Any advice for parents in this situation? 33:11 – What can we do for the the 85% of kids who are raised Catholic who don’t practice? 46:00 – What advice do you have for grandparents for their children’s children? 50:19 – My wife is Catholic but has a superficial faith. How can I approach her about this without pushing her away? …

Questions Covered:  04:57 – Can you explain the speaking of tongue references in Acts 2?   14:17 – Why don’t Catholics need to receive the body and blood at the same time?   20:13 – When someone receive absolution at confession, is there ever a need to do additional penance above what the priest asks?   31:13 – When God said he is a jealous God what does He mean?  34:45 – Why would we need our body after second resurrection references in CCC 1059?  39:49 – Can you explain the option of internal forum for a Catholic who was denied annulment?   43:08 – Is there anything we are encouraged to do for St. Catherine of Siena’s feast day?  45:13 – When Catholics discuss things with Muslim, should we mention the personal life of Mohamed?   47:06 – Hypothetically, if a Catholic priest was elected in the next election, would he have to be laicized to take office?   50:00 – Is there any place in the bible that mentions the existence of Dinosaurs?    51:05 – What is the maximum age for a man to become a priest?   …