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There are many things I can't agree with your statements blade, saying that Catholic faith is wrong.
I am not saying that you are wrong. Because I respect all those whose manner of worship in God differ from mine. We have the same God, the same faith, and the same love for God.
I am not defending TJKMO, however. Because there are things, he is saying that I don't agree. But he is a human being trying to worship God in his own ways. Let God decide for that. In the Catholic Church, being gay is accepted, however, it is the practice that are not allowed.
I think it is better for you to debate with the Bishops blade, who studied Biblical history for 15 or more years, rather than TJ.
My knowledge of the Bible is a lot lesser than yours. But I had miracles that happened to me. I grew up kneeling and praying, and obeying God. Though I sin and make mistakes. God is a loving and forgiving God.
Do you think that because I am a Catholic I go to hell? Let the Lord God judge that. I was molded and grew up with that Catholic faith since 3 years old. Now I am old, but I think God loves me as well. And I love him so much. Morning and evening I pray. I also love my neighbors. As Jesus said, love thy neighbor as thyself. Not only the next-door neighbor, but this love covers all over, and worldwide.
About the Virgin Mary.
And when Jesus was presented at the Temple.
Simeon's prophesy to Mary:
Yes, a sword will pierce through your own soul, that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed”, Luke 2:34-35.
Miracles happened a number of times worldwide. Verified and proven scientifically. How did they explain? It is the work of God.
If Catholic faith is wrong, why did miracle happen to me? I am not superstitious, never was, except my faith in God is strong.
Many other miracles happen as well worldwide. And well proven.
The Virgin mother of God, is honored. She is the greatest advocate to Jesus. The last words of Jesus when dying on the Cross.
Woman, behold your son. And to the Disciples. Behold your mother. John 19:26-27.
And when Jesus was taken from the Cross, He was laid on His mother's arms. Then the dead, pierced, blood-spattered body of Jesus is taken down from the cross and Joseph lays him in his mother's arms. She thinks of the times she held him in her arms as a baby.
(Note Joseph was the one who asked Pontious Pilate for the body of Jesus.)
At last, she allows tears to stream down her face; her only consolation, his suffering is over. She is the mother who bear so much pains suffered by her son.
When Jesus gathered his Disciples:
Jesus asked, "Who do you say that I am? "Others said Elijah.
Simon Peter answered, "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God." Jesus replied, "Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by man, but by my Father in heaven."
Jesus said," you are Peter, and on this rock, I will build my Church." Matthew 16:18
"I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; wh**ever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and wh**ever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.”
Matthew 16:19
The Last Supper. Jesus gathered among his Disciples.
Luke 22:19-20; Matthew 26:26-28.
19 And he took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” 20 And likewise the cup after they had eaten, saying, “This cup that is poured out for you is the new covenant in my blood. Do this in remembrance of me. "
1 Corinthians 11:23-26
For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, "This is my body, which is given for you; do this in remembrance of me." In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, "This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me." For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes.
Catholics celebrate the Holy Communion every Mass. This is the summit of the Catholic faith. It is the Blessed Sacrament Most Holy and Divine
The Sacraments are defined as outward signs of inward grace, instituted by Christ to help individuals in their spiritual life and to grow in holiness. Sacraments are mysteries; they are signs of the sacred presence of our God in our midst today.
The Church is where God present. When 2 or more are gathered in my name, I am in your midst. Matthew 18:20
We pray, we sing, we glorify him, we love him, and honor him.
And thank God for his glorious and wonderful deeds for all of mankind.
Point by point argument, I think blade, it would be interesting if you debate with our Bishops who knows more about the Bible and the Catholic faith. They studied that for many years.
That would be interesting to listen.
Goodnight, and please have a good evening! This old woman is now tired.
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