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  1. #12154 What’s the Biblical Basis for Temporal Punishment for Sin? - Karlo Broussard

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    #12154 What’s the Biblical Basis for Temporal Punishment for Sin? - Karlo Broussard

    If sin is forgiven, why does temporal punishment still exist? We explore scriptural and early Church support for this Catholic teaching and also touch on the rapture, eternal punishment, and how Protestants can begin attending a faithful Catholic parish. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered: 04:55 – What’s the basis for temporal punishment for sin? Where is it in the New Testament or Church Fathers? 14:04 – I’m getting confirmed this Saturday. Is the rapture a protestant invention? 19:15 – Why on the 2nd day of creation does God not say, “it was good”? 29:16 – I’m Protestant and I’m ready to start going to a Catholic Church. How do I go about finding a good faithful church? 41:44 – How can we have such confidence in faith as the Church defines it? 49:42 – Eternal punishment troubles me. How do we harmonize God being all good and loving when he created people knowing they will suffer forever?

  2. #12153 Where Does the Bible Say Jesus Descended Into Hell? - Karlo Broussard

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    #12153 Where Does the Bible Say Jesus Descended Into Hell? - Karlo Broussard

    The Apostles’ Creed says Jesus “descended into hell,” but where is that in Scripture? We explore the biblical foundation for this teaching and also cover Marian dogmas, priestly celibacy, and how to explain Catholic beliefs to Protestant friends. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered: 11:11 – My protestant friend is going through OCIA and has been struggling with the concept of praying to the dead. How can I help? 17:44 – Where in the bible does it say that Jesus descended into hell? 22:25 – I have an issue with Marian dogmas and the idea of her co-redemptrix. 29:21 – I would like to get a better understanding of Mary’s place. Perpetual virginity and the assumption. 40:36 – Why did Jesus say that nothing can be revealed to Peter in Matthew 16 but Nathaniel does know who Jesus is Jn 1:49? 46:10 – What’s the teaching on priestly celibacy? 51:37 – Can you clarify Vatican 2’s statement that the Old Testament is not defunct. What does that mean?

  3. #12152 “How Do You Refute Muslim Claims That the Bible Is Corrupted? - William Albrecht

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    #12152 “How Do You Refute Muslim Claims That the Bible Is Corrupted? - William Albrecht

    Many Muslims argue that the Bible can’t be trusted because it was corrupted. We explore effective Catholic responses to this common objection, along with tips for respectful dialogue, Islam’s historical roots, and Muslim views on divine inspiration. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered: 22:34 – Muslims tend to be aggressive when debating or discussing faith. Should we match their approach? 24:05 – How does the general Muslim take it when you start to question Mohammed or Allah? 35:07 – Is Islam basically an amalgamation of Arianism, selective Jewish theology and Arab pagan religion? 44:39 – What religion did Arabs believe before Islam? 46:35 – How do you refute Muslims when they claim that our bible can’t be trusted because it was corrupted? 52:22 – How do we respond when they claim that Mohammed was inspired to write the Quran by the Angel Gabriel?

  4. #12151 Where Were the People Jesus Miraculously Healed During His Passion? - Steve Ray

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    #12151 Where Were the People Jesus Miraculously Healed During His Passion? - Steve Ray

    Jesus performed countless miracles and changed lives—but where were those people when He was suffering? We explore this thought-provoking question and what it reveals about human nature, gratitude, and the loneliness of the Cross. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered: 42:42 – Where were the followers, especially those who received the miracles? 44:37 – If Jesus knew he was God and was going to heaven, why was he so distressed in the Garden of Gethsemane?

  5. #12150 How Do Catholics Justify Repetitious Prayer Like the Our Father? - Jimmy Akin

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    #12150 How Do Catholics Justify Repetitious Prayer Like the Our Father? - Jimmy Akin

    Protestants often point to Matthew 6:7-11 to argue against repeated prayers—so how can Catholics reconcile this with prayers like the Rosary or the Our Father? Jimmy Akin explores this concern along with Catholic teaching on saints, Mary’s spiritual motherhood, and mixed-faith marriages. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered: 02:18 – How can we reconcile Jesus saying that the Sabbath was made for man and the punishment of death for not recognizing the sabbath in the Old Testament? 10:21 – How can I defend the Church that was Instituted by Jesus Christ, especially on the topic of saints and Mary? 13:47 – Is St. Boniface VIII Unam Sanctam Papal bull statement infallible? If not, is there any dispute? 18:05 – How do we know that Mary’s motherhood expands to the rest of us in the wake of Mary being given over to John at the foot of the cross? 28:45 – I’m Protestant. How do Catholics reconcile Mt 6:7-11 and the repetitious prayers specifically the Our Father? 35:01 – How do we respond to Orthodox rejection of the Filioque? 39:45 – Would it be scandalous for me to attend the ordination of a married couple as priests in the Episcopalian church? 49:35 – What advice would you offer me as someone who is in a mixed faith marriage?

  6. #12149 Why Is Being Re-Baptized Spiritually Problematic? And More Questions - Jimmy Akin

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    #12149 Why Is Being Re-Baptized Spiritually Problematic? And More Questions - Jimmy Akin

    The Church teaches that baptism is a once-in-a-lifetime sacrament—but what are the consequences of being re-baptized? We break down the theological and spiritual implications, and also explore topics like Peter’s crucifixion, the authority of the Church Fathers, and what makes a sin truly mortal. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered: 04:25 – How is Onan responsible for a sin that wasn’t given until Deuteronomy? 11:53 – How could have Mary said no if God had the plan since the beginning of time? 16:23 – Which Gospel passages on John are indicative of him filling in the gaps on Luke? 20:50 – Where does the Church get the belief that Peter was crucified upside down? 23:16 – How do you get Protestants to stop dismissing the Church Fathers? 28:45 – How do we know that Ignatius of Antioch and Polycarp were disciples of John the Apostle? 32:50 – Why are Ed and Lorraine Warren problematic since they were Catholic? 39:44 – What are the consequences of being re-baptized? 43:40 – If Jews get a new temple they would begin animal sacrifices, but Christ was the final sacrifice. Is this why God has allowed enemies to control the temple mount? 48:05 – What exactly constitutes full consent of the will in regard to mortal sin?

  7. #12148 What Happens If the Words of Consecration Are Incorrect? - Tim Staples

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    #12148 What Happens If the Words of Consecration Are Incorrect? - Tim Staples

    Does changing the words during the consecration make the Eucharist invalid? We dive into what the Church teaches about the essential form of the sacrament and also address confession practices, Orthodox weddings in Catholic churches, and bridging the gap with Protestants on faith and works. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered: 08:00 – Adams providential testimony. 28:47 – I go to confession every month and I was told that I shouldn’t give a number of times I commit a sin. Is this ok to omit? 32:48 – Can an Orthodox wedding ceremony happen inside of a Catholic Church? Can My husband attend the wedding? 35:32 – If using the wrong words during baptism, it makes it invalid. Would the same logic apply to the Eucharist and the words of consecration? 40:18 – How do I bridge the gap with my Protestant friends? Why are Protestants so hung up on salvation by faith alone? What is the downside of works?

  8. #12147 Why Do We Need Infallible Authority for the New Testament Canon? - Trent Horn

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    #12147 Why Do We Need Infallible Authority for the New Testament Canon? - Trent Horn

    If the Old Testament was accepted without an infallible Church, why is that needed for the New Testament? We explore this key apologetics question, along with topics like apostolic succession, Catholic-Orthodox unity, and defending the faith online. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered: 05:25 – If the Old Testament can be known without an infallible authority, then how come we can’t have that for the New Testament? 16:23 – How do you defend the faith against Protestants on social media? Is it better to find common ground or go on striking on what they oppose? 21:29 – If God is immaterial and he created the material world how do you explain the interaction between the material and immaterial substances? 29:00 – What efforts are being done by the Catholic Church to facilitate the union between them and the Orthodox? 35:54 – Regarding the crusades, how do we rationalize and defend the idea that the pope offered forgiveness of sins for those going on a military expedition? 48:32 – How do you defend protestant questions on apostolic succession?

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