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Here’s the Biggest Problem With the State of Israel
We need to have an honest and open conversation about Israel’s targeting of civilians and the attempts by some to use the Bible to justify it. In this video, I address the issue head-on and attempt to offer frank, balanced reflections. Read more
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Have I Been Wrong About Church Teaching This Whole Time?
A Catholic bishop displayed an image of a pig’s heart inside a condom over the altar—and he’s still in ministry. The same bishop has publicly defended artwork depicting Jesus as a crucified frog, as well as an image portraying the Virgin Mary as a transgender man. These weren’t hidden provocations. They were praised, justified, and… Read more
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Vienna Museum Mocks Jesus and Mary in Blasphemous Exhibition
They are openly displaying an exhibition that mocks Christianity—portraying Jesus as a crucified frog and the Virgin Mary as a transgender man. And shockingly… Bishop Hermann Glettler of Innsbruck has praised the exhibition. Let’s make sure this sacrilege doesn’t go unanswered. Read more
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Most U.S. Catholics Support the Death Penalty—Despite the Catechism
Most U.S. Catholics Support the Death Penalty—Despite the Catechism Read more
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Addressing Kirk Cameron’s New Thoughts On Hell
In this episode, we take a closer look at Kirk Cameron’s recent statements about hell and explore how they compare with Scripture, Christian tradition, and contemporary theological perspectives. From Ray Comfort’s reaction to the broader Protestant response, we’ll examine whether these newer ideas align with historic Christian doctrine—or represent a departure from it. We’ll then… Read more
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St. Thomas Aquinas on Why Heretics Should Be Forced to Return to the Faith
Was coercion ever considered a legitimate tool in the defense and preservation of the Catholic faith? In this episode, we examine St. Thomas Aquinas’ reasoning behind the medieval position that civil and ecclesiastical authorities could compel heretics—by force if necessary—to return to the Church. We’ll explore the theological arguments, historical backdrop, and the later development… Read more
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Michael Lofton
Michael Lofton is an adjunct professor of theology at Catholic Polytechnic University and the Instructor at RT Media. He earned his Master of Arts in Theological Studies (cum laude) from Christendom College Graduate School in 2018, graduating as valedictorian. He is currently pursuing a doctorate in theology at Pontifex University, writing his dissertation on the Magisterium of the Catholic Church. Michael is also the founder of the Reason & Theology show, where he has interviewed many leading voices in contemporary theology, and has contributed to Catholic Answers as well as appeared on EWTN, SiriusXM Radio, and Radio Maria.
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