Session 23: Matthew 18

Key Points:

We must have the faith of little children, in the sense that little children instinctively know they must depend on others, just as we must depend on and trust God. Do an examination of conscience-Who have I been a bad example to recently? Go to Confession if necessary. Jesus would have died for you if you were the only person on earth! He loves you that much!! Mt 18:17-20 is another example of how Jesus intended that there be ONE authoritative Church. We must forgive others principally because God has forgiven us. (We don’t DESERVE forgiveness, and sometimes the person that offends us doesn’t DESERVE our forgiveness either. But, we must!) Homework: Think of someone that you hold a grudge against, pray for them each day for a week, and forgive them, at least in your own heart. Let it go!(Depending on circumstances, you may or may not decide to communicate with the person directly— if there has been physical abuse towards you in the past, as an example.)

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(Note: This blog is a supplement to the "Catholic Doctrine Bible Study" Podcast. The podcase is available for both iOS and Android) All Christians should want a closer relationship with God. Toward that end, all Christians should read the Bible! But there are so many conflicting interpretations that Bible study can be confusing if not disheartening. Which church, if any, has the God-given authority to interpret the Bible? (Listen to Session 1, if no other, to see why there can only be one answer to that question.) In this study, you will see the doctrines of the Catholic Church come alive as we go through each book of the entire Bible from a uniquely Catholic perspective. As we come across passages where there are differences in interpretation between the Catholic Church and other groups, we will point them out, and show why the Catholic Church, the one Church founded by Christ, is the one you can rely on for the Fullness of Truth. The sessions are filled w...

Session 3 - Overview of 4 Gospels

Key Points: Dealing with Discrepancies In The 4 Gospel Accounts, and Emphases of Each Gospel Account. We would EXPECT discrepancies from 4 separate accounts of a person’s life. Yet the accounts, combined, paint an honest picture of the life and divinity of Christ. Matthew-written to a JEWISH (Jewish convert) audience, to show that Jesus is the promised Jewish messiah. Mark-written to Christians in Rome. “Peter’s Gospel.” Emphasises Jesus’ ACTIONS and his HUMANITY. “Suffering Servant.” Source document for Matthew and Luke. Luke-written for GENTILES . Emphasises:Kingdom is for ALL. Women in high esteem. Treatment of poor. Holy Spirit presence. Jesus’ prayer life. Matthew, Mark, Luke-“Synoptic.” John- Emphasises: Jesus’ DIVINITY . (NOT “Suffering Servant”, He’s always in control.) Most symbolism, double meanings, numerology.

Session 37: Luke 1:36-56 - How the Old Testament Ark of the Covenant foreshadows Mary in the New Testament

Key Points: Ark contained Manna(bread), 10 Commandments (Word of God), and Aaron’s Staff (authority of God). Mary’s womb contained Jesus, (the “Bread of Life”, The Word of God, and the authority of God. Lk1:35 “overshadow” Mary, Exodus 40:35 God’s cloud overshadowed ark. Lk1:41 John “leapt” in Elizabeth’s womb. 2Sam6:14-16 David “leapt” with joy upon recovering Ark. Lk1:43 Elizabeth “Why is this granted to me?” 2Sam6:9 David asks same thing about privilege of recovering Ark. Lk 1:56 Mary stayed with Elizabeth for “3 months.” 2Sam6:11 Ark stayed with a keeper for 3 months. Mary not to be touched sexually. (Perpetual Virginity). Ark not to be touched, or death!! 2Sam6:7 Ark and Mary together!!! (End of Revelation 11, beginning of Chapter 13.

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