Explore Your Faith

Fr. JMO Mandia
Explore Your Faith

This is a podcast Deep Dive series examining Fr. José Mario O. Mandía's "Explore Your Faith". He is a priest of the Prelature of Opus Dei. The texts for the lessons are available at: https://sites.google.com/site/exploreyourfaith Over 40 episodes, we'll dissect fundamental Catholic doctrine and its real-world applications. Each episode focuses on one lesson, suitable for devout Catholics, interfaith listeners, and spiritual seekers alike. Our aim is to foster understanding, reflection, and spiritual growth by addressing complex theological concepts and ethical dilemmas.

  1. 10月4日

    Introduction I: How Do You Know?

    This is a lesson about the ways humans acquire knowledge. It explores three primary pathways: sense knowledge from direct observation, reasoning based on experience, and belief derived from others' words. The lesson applies these concepts to understanding faith, arguing that senses, reason, and belief all contribute to our comprehension of spiritual ideas.

    7 分钟

  2. 10月4日

    Introduction II: Can the Gospels be Trusted?

    This is a lesson about the reliability of the Gospels as historical documents. It examines the integrity, authorship, and historicity of the Gospels by analyzing manuscripts, external references, and internal evidence. The lesson aims to establish the credibility of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John as the authors and assess the sincerity and reliability of the information presented in these texts.

    18 分钟

  3. 10月4日

    Introduction III: Is Jesus Christ Credible?

    This is a lesson about the claims of Jesus Christ's divinity and the evidence supporting them. It examines Jesus' assertions of his divine nature through his words and actions, focusing on his identity as the Son of God and his performance of miracles. The lesson also explores Jesus' prophetic statements, particularly those regarding his death and resurrection, as further evidence of his supernatural nature.

    8 分钟

  4. 10月4日

    Lesson 01: God, the Soul, Religion

    This is a lesson about the existence of God, the human soul, and the nature of religion. It explores how knowledge of God can be attained through both reason and faith, examining philosophical arguments for God's existence, particularly St. Thomas Aquinas' five proofs. The lesson also discusses the nature of the human soul and its implications for consciousness and free will, while contrasting natural and revealed religion.

    10 分钟

  5. 10月4日

    Lesson 02: God Has Spoken To Us

    This is a lesson about the concept of Revelation, which is God's communication with humanity. It distinguishes between Natural Revelation (God revealing himself through creation) and Supernatural Revelation (God revealing himself directly, primarily through Jesus Christ). The lesson explains the importance of Sacred Tradition and Sacred Scripture, as well as the role of the Magisterium in interpreting these sources. It concludes by defining mysteries and dogmas, emphasizing the importance of faith and obedience to God.

    10 分钟

  6. 10月4日

    Lesson 02: Appendix 1. Reading God's Letter To Us

    This is a lesson about the role of Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition in faith. It argues that these two sources, both originating from God, are inextricably linked and form a single deposit of the Word of God. The lesson addresses the importance of interpreting Scripture correctly through the lens of faith and in accordance with the teachings of the Church. It emphasizes that the heart of God's message is Jesus Christ, and that the Bible should be understood as a living document that guides believers in their faith.

    11 分钟

  7. 10月4日

    Lesson 03: Faith--Our Reply to God

    This is a lesson about the nature of faith. It defines faith as both the objects of belief and the subjective virtue by which one accepts these truths. The lesson contrasts human faith with supernatural faith, arguing that faith is a gift from God but also a free human act requiring knowledge and will. It explores the relationship between faith and science, asserting they are compatible because they both stem from God. The lesson emphasizes the importance of living out one's faith in all aspects of life.

    8 分钟

  8. 10月4日

    Lesson 04: How Is God Like?

    This is a lesson about the attributes of God. It introduces the concept of God's essence as "to be," meaning pure existence, and discusses the implications of His unique and undivided nature, as well as His infinite perfections. The lesson explains God's intellect and will, emphasizing His eternal knowledge and love, as well as His operations in the world. It concludes by highlighting God's fatherhood, emphasizing the loving and compassionate nature of God toward His creation.

    11 分钟
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This is a podcast Deep Dive series examining Fr. José Mario O. Mandía's "Explore Your Faith". He is a priest of the Prelature of Opus Dei. The texts for the lessons are available at: https://sites.google.com/site/exploreyourfaith Over 40 episodes, we'll dissect fundamental Catholic doctrine and its real-world applications. Each episode focuses on one lesson, suitable for devout Catholics, interfaith listeners, and spiritual seekers alike. Our aim is to foster understanding, reflection, and spiritual growth by addressing complex theological concepts and ethical dilemmas.

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  • 创作者
    Fr. JMO Mandia
  • 活跃年份
    2024年
  • 单集
    44
  • 分级
    儿童适宜
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    © Fr. JMO Mandia
  • 节目网站
    Explore Your Faith

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