STT 076 - If You Are a Christian, You Are Catholic (HC LD 21, QA 54-56)

STT 076 - If You Are a Christian, You Are Catholic (HC LD 21, QA 54-56)

Author: Jonathan Shirk May 19, 2022 Duration: 9:44

What does it mean to confess "I believe in . . . the holy catholic church"? Protestants may not like confessing that, but they should, and the line should bring them great comfort. Tune in to learn why. 

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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR FAMILY WORSHIP: (1) What does the word catholic mean? (2) Why is the title "Roman Catholic" a misnomer? (3) Is there any comfort in knowing Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob are our brothers in Christ? (4) Is there any comfort in knowing you have brothers and sisters in Christ around the globe and throughout history? (5) How does Hebrews 11-12 comfort you?  


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