Archive for the ‘History’ Category

28
Aug

Three Great Books

   Posted by: Mario A. Lopez   in History, Pages


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This comparative study shows that Protestants and Catholics are not as separated theologically as they may think. An excellent reference tool or textbook.

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Chris Castaldo takes readers on a fascinating and practical exploration of the challenges and opportunities encountered by Catholics who become Evangelicals. More than just theological insight and historical background, Holy Ground shows you how to emulate the grace and truth of Jesus as you relate to your own Catholic past and the Catholic faith of those you love.

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What does it mean to be evangelical? What does it mean to be Catholic? Can one consider oneself both simultaneously? Francis Beckwith has wrestled with these questions personally and professionally. He was baptized a Catholic, but his faith journey led him to Protestant evangelicalism. He became a philosophy professor at Baylor University and president of the Evangelical Theological Society (ETS). And then, in 2007, after much prayer, counsel, and consideration, Beckwith decided to return to the Catholic church and step down as ETS president. This provocative book details Beckwith’s journey, focusing on his internal dialogue between the Protestant theology he embraced for most of his adult life and Catholicism. He seeks to explain what prompted his decision and offers theological reflection on whether one can be evangelical and Catholic, affirming his belief that one can be both. EXCERPT It’s difficult to explain why one moves from one Christian tradition to another. It is like trying to give an account to your friends why you chose to pursue for marriage this woman rather than that one, though both may have a variety of qualities that you found attractive. It seems to me then that any account of my return to the Catholic church, however authentic and compelling it is to me, will appear inadequate to anyone who is absolutely convinced that I was wrong. Conversely, my story will confirm in the minds of many devout Catholics that the supernatural power of the grace I received at baptism and confirmation as a youngster were instrumental in drawing me back to the Mother Church. Given these considerations, I confess that there is an awkwardness in sharing my journey as a published book, knowing that many fellow Christians will scrutinize and examine my reasons in ways that appear to some uncharitable and to others too charitable.

17
May

The Jesus Ossuary

   Posted by: Mario A. Lopez   in History

I am sure most of you have heard about the Discovery Channel’s special about the Jesus ossuary.  The falsehoods being propped-up by the “scientific experts” is not a new attack on Christianity.  Not surprising their news coverage often bears titles such as, Jesus Died From Blood Clot and Jesus Walked on Ice, Not Water. Well, I thought I should put something up for all of you to read.  Here is a great article that oulines some of the problems with Discovery’s documentary:

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The Jesus Ossuary: A Critical Examination