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“What is the gift of tongues?” This question opens a discussion on the Catholic understanding of this spiritual phenomenon. Additionally, the conversation touches on why polygamy may not serve as a strong apologetical argument for Mormons, and clarifies the mention of two Zechariahs in the Old Testament during a debate.

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Questions Covered:

07:00 – What is the Catholic understanding of the gift of tongues?

19:28 – Why wouldn’t polygamy be a good apologetical argument towards mormons if Jesus himself restored marriage towards its original intention?

36:33 – You mentioned 2 Zechariahs in the OT. Can you explain what you meant in your debate?

48:22 – Who is Jesus referring to when he tells Peter, do you love me more than these?

“What’s the one-minute defense for the papacy?” This question sets the stage for a discussion that also addresses the strongest arguments for infant baptism, the reasons behind the anti-Catholic stance of Seventh Day Adventists, and how to discern the presence of the Holy Spirit in someone’s life.

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Questions Covered:

05:44 – What’s the one-minute defense for the papacy?

10:30 – What are the strongest arguments to convince someone to baptize their baby?

18:05 – Why are Seventh Day Adventist so Anti-Catholic?

36:20 – How do we know when someone has the Holy Spirit?

“Are there doctrinal differences on the Septuagint?” This question leads to a discussion on the major distinctions between Protestant and Catholic views, particularly regarding the seven additional books. The conversation also touches on the moral implications of generative AI, the Church’s response to potential ex-cathedra proclamations, and the interpretation of visions experienced during psychedelic ceremonies.

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Questions Covered:

04:40 – Are there any major doctrinal differences between Protestants and Catholics in regards to the Septuagint apart from the 7 books?

14:44 – What are the moral implications of using generative AI? Where is the line on when it’s sinful?

36:50 – My protestant friend asked me this: what would happen if the pope tried to proclaim ex-cathedra something contrary to Church teaching? Does the Church have a contingency plan?

47:24 – What do we make of people who have visions on psychedelics who use them as a spiritual ceremony?

“Do dinosaurs create a problem for Catholic beliefs?” This question opens a discussion on the intersection of faith and science, while also addressing the Catholic position on Revelation and the end times. Additionally, the conversation touches on how to respond to those who dismiss the importance of detailed faith discussions and the claims of personal apostolic authority.

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Questions Covered:

08:40 – Do dinosaurs create a problem for Catholic beliefs?

21:34 – What is the Catholic position on Revelation and the end times?

39:49 – How do I respond to people who think it’s not important to go into the details of the faith? They think it’s irrelevant.

50:33 – How do I respond to my dad who believes he has apostolic authority because he says he follows the bible?

“What verses prove Peter was the Pope?” This question opens a discussion on the biblical foundations of papal authority, including key verses that support this claim. Other topics addressed include the significance of Jesus changing Peter’s name, the perpetual nature of the Petrine office, and how to approach conversations about Catholicism.

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Questions Covered:

02:26 – What Bible Verses Best Support that Peter was the Pope?

24:45 – Why did Jesus Change Peter’s name?

29:15 – How do we know the Petrine office is perpetual?

36:27 – Are the apostles also bishops and how does the petrine ministry affect this?

42:46 – I’ve been Christian for a year. How do I tell my protestant girlfriend that I live with that I’m interested in Catholicism and Orthodoxy?

49:45 – Do we see anywhere in the bible where Peter exercises his authority?