Response to False Accusations
Michael, Erick and William respond to false accusations made by several people engaging in calumny.
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Invalid Priests, Unbaptized Infants, Papal Infallibility and the Magisterium with Michael Lofton
Michael Lofton discusses whether recipients of invalid sacraments from invalid priests are damned, what is the fate of unbaptized infants according to St. Prosper of of Aquitaine, Dr. Jordan Cooper on Exsurge Domine and Papal Infallibility and Jay Dyer on the Magisterium and Vatican II.
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Can VATICAN II Be Defended? Featuring Guest Eric Sammons
Did Vatican II teach heresy? Was it overly optimistic about mankind? Are there any problems with Vatican II? These questions, and more, will be answered by Eric Sammons and the R&T crew.
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Dr. Sebastian Brock – Dormition and Assumption of Mary in the Syriac Fathers
Dr. Sebastian Brock – Dormition and Assumption of Mary in the Syriac Fathers Michael Lofton, William Albrecht, Elijah Yasi and Daniel Kakish interview Dr. Sebastian Brock, a Syriac scholar, on the position of the Syriac fathers on the assumption and the dormition of the Virgin Mary.
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Ryan Grant – St. Thomas More and the English Reformation
Ryan Grant – St. Thomas More and the English Reformation Ryan Grant discusses the history of the English Reformation, the role St. Thomas More played and addresses other figures such as St. John Fisher and King Henry 8th. ___________________________________________________________________
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Dr. Leighton Flowers and Dr. Stephen Boyce Discuss Differences in Soteriology
Dr. Leighton Flowers (Southern Baptist Provisionist) and Dr. Stephen Boyce (Reformed Calvinist) discuss soteriology in a round table format with Michael Lofton facilitating. They discuss can grace be resisted and whether Christ atoned for everyone or only the elect. ___________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Any view expressed by a host, contributor or guest is not necessarily reflective of […]
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Debate: What is the Fate of UNBAPTIZED INFANTS? – Fr. John Ramsey vs. Michael Lofton
Debate: What is the Fate of UNBAPTIZED INFANTS? Where do unbaptized babies go when they die? Do they go to heaven or hell? Is it unjust if God sends an infant to hell? What does the Catholic Church teach on the fate of unbaptized infants? Do Eastern Orthodox believe they go to hell? These questions […]
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E. Michael Jones – Logos Rising
E. Michael Jones – Logos Rising
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Dr. Michael Brown on Evangelizing Jews and the Afterlife in the Old Testament
Dr. Michael Brown on Evangelizing Jews and the Afterlife in the Old Testament. Should Jews convert to Christianity? Does the Old Testament teach there is an afterlife? Were the Jews to be witnesses to the nations? These questions, and more, will be addressed by Dr. Michael Brown.
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Stump the Apologist
Stump the Apologist. Did Jesus allow for divorce and remarriage? Why should I become Catholic instead of Orthodox? Is evolution true? What is the Oriental Orthodox view on Catholicism?
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Dr. James White on Cameron Bertuzzi’s, Catholicism and Galatians 1 and live chat questions
Dr. James White on Cameron Bertuzzi’s, Catholicism and Galatians 1 and live chat questions. In this video Michael Lofton discusses Dr. James White’s comments on Cameron Bertuzzi and his leaning to Cathlicism. He spends a significant amount of time discussing Roman Catholicism and whether it falls under the anathema of Galatians 1. He addresses St. […]
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Did Trent Exclude the Possibility of Textual Criticism? (with Michael Lofton)
Did Trent Exclude the Possibility of Textual Criticism? (with Michael Lofton) Michael Lofton addresses the question of whether the Council of Trent excluded the possibility of doing textual criticism on the basis of its acceptance of the Vulgate. Live chat questions are also taken and questions on textual criticism, apologetic styles, and Eastern Catholicism are […]
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Dr. Nicholas DiDonato – Science and Metaphysics
Is Theology still the queen of sciences? Does science disprove theology, religion or metaphysics? Has science made Aristotle outdated? What are the presuppositions behind the scientific method? Does science depend on philosophy? These questions, and many more, will be addressed by Dr. Nicholas DiDonato in this episode of Reason & Theology.
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William Albrecht Responds to Dr. James White on the Virgin Mary’s Immaculate Conception
William Albrecht Responds to Dr. James White on Mary. Did the church fathers teach the immaculate conception? Did John Chrysostom teach the immaculate conception? Do Catholics distort the Scriptures to make them fit their dogma? Does the original Greek of the New Testament contradict the immaculate conception? These questions, and more, are answered in this […]
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Michael Lofton. Fr. Patrick, Dru and Tfan answer live questions in an August edition of Stump the Apologist.
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Fr. Christiaan Kappes on Essence and Energies
Fr. Christiaan Kappes discusses Essence and Energies with R&T.
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Fr. Christiaan Kappes – The Companion Qu’rans
#islam #apologetics #catholic
Michael Lofton, William Albrecht and Erick Ybarra discuss The Companion Qu’rans in the Islamic tradition and the impact they have on the reliability of the transmission of the Qu’ran today.
Rev. Dr. Christiaan Kappes is the Academic Dean of Ss. Cyril and Methodius Byzantine Catholic Seminary in Pittsburgh, PA. He also has taught and teaches graduate and undergraduate theology at other institutions in the USA and internationally. He graduated with a doctorate in Liturgy (liturgiology) from Sant’Anselmo in Rome and recently defended his PhD at Thessalonik, Greece in Orthodoox theology under Archbishop Elpidoforos of American on the Essence-Energies distinction in Palamas, Gennadios Scholarios, and the Latin tradition. His most recent book is The Epiclesis Debate at the Council of Florence (ND Press, 2019) and his forthcoming title will be on Gennadios Scholarios and the Essence-Energies distinction at the Theological School of Chalki belonging to the Ecumenical Patriarchate.
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Dr. Matthew Minerd on the Life and Theology of Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange
Michael Lofton, Erick Ybarra and William Albrecht discuss the life and theology of Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange with Dr. Matthew Minderd. They discuss topics including the Manualist Tradition, Created Grace and Predestination.
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Dr. Stephen Boyce Canon and Textual Criticism Discussion
#newtestament #bible #theology #apologetics #textualcriticism Michael Lofton has a discussion with Dr. Stephen Boyce on the New and Old Testament Canon and New Testament Textual Criticism. They discuss the reliability of the New Testament, the deuterocanonicals, comma johanneum, pericope adulterae and the longer ending of Mark. ___________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Any view expressed by a host, contributor […]
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Dr. Scott Hahn – “Hope to Die” Book Interview
Dr. Scott Hahn – “Hope to Die” Book Interview. Dr. Hahn’s book: https://stpaulcenter.com/product/hope…
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Rick Delano – The End of Quantum Reality
Michael Lofton interviews Rick Delano on his upcoming film entitled The End of Quantum Reality. Rick DeLano has worked as an executive producer, and financial consultant in the music and film industries for more than 20 years. A writer and filmmaker, DeLano is best known for producing the controversial movie, THE PRINCIPLE, an endeavor that […]
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Ask any question during this stream and one of our apologists will offer their answer.
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Dr. Alan Fimister on the Papacy and Ecumenical Councils
Michael Lofton and Erick Ybarra interview Dr. Alan Fimister on the Papacy and Ecumenical Councils. Dr Alan Fimister is Assistant Professor of Theology and Church History at St John Vianney Theological Seminary in Denver, Colorado and Director of the Dialogos Institute. He is a native of Newcastle upon Tyne.
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Michael Liccione Responding to EO Critiques on Development of Doctrine
Michael Liccione – Responding to EO Critiques on Development of Doctrine. Freelance writer Michael Liccione earned his PhD in philosophy from the University of Pennsylvania. He has taught philosophy at a dozen Catholic and secular institutions and has served on the editorial staff of First Things.
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Dr. Jared Goff on the Franciscan Understanding of the Filioque
Michael Lofton and Erick Ybarra discuss the Franciscan understanding of the Filioque with Dr. Jared Goff.
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Matthew Minerd – Essence and Energies
Michael Lofton and William Albrecht discuss the essence and energies distinction with Dr. Matthew Minerd. Dr. Minerd is a faculty member of Philosophy and Moral Theology at Ss. Cyril and Methodius Byzantine Catholic Seminary.
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Michael Voris on the Crisis in the Church
Michael Lofton, Erick Ybarra and Elijah Yasi interview Michael Voris (ChurchMilitant.com) on the crisis in the Catholic Church. Discussion includes: 1. Pope Francis 2. Pachamama 3. Archbishop Gregory 4. President Trump 5. Communism
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Luis Dizon – New Religious Movements
Michael Lofton discusses New Religious Movements with Luis Dizon. Discussion includes Mormonism, Seventh Day Adventism and Jehovah’s Witnesses.
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Steve Ray on the Papacy and the Crisis in the Church
Michael Lofton, Erick Ybarra and William Albrecht interview Steve Ray on the papacy and the crisis in the Church.
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Dr. Thomas Pink – Is Dignitatis Humanae a Rupture in Catholic Doctrine?
Michael Lofton, William Albrecht and Erick Ybarra discuss religious liberty with Dr. Thomas Pink. The focus is on whether Dignitatis Humanae is a rupture in Catholic doctrine?
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A Discussion with Bart Ehrman on Heaven, Hell and the Afterlife
Michael Lofton, William Albrecht and Erick Ybarra discuss theology with Agnostic N.T. Textual Criticism scholar Dr. Bart Ehrman on heaven, hell and the afterlife. To purchase a copy, visit: https://www.amazon.com/Heaven-Hell-Afterlife-Bart-Ehrman/dp/1501136739/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1589938604&sr=8-1
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Dr. John Joy on the Catholic Magisterium
Michael Lofton interviews Dr. John Joy on the nature, role and reformability of the Catholic Magisterium. The Albertus Magnus Center for Scholastic Studies: https://www.albertusmagnuscss.org/about/
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Dr. Robert Price on Holy Fable Volume IV
Michael Lofton and William Albrecht discuss Dr. Robert Price’s book Holy Fable Volume IV. Dr. Price’s book may be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Holy-Fable-IV-Critical-Scriptures-ebook/dp/B085VFX85S/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?dchild=1&keywords=dr.+robert+price+holy+fable+4&qid=1589375973&sr=8-1-fkmr1
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Response to Dr. Jordan B. Cooper on Prayers to the Saints
Michael Lofton, Erick Ybarra and William Albrecht offer a response to Dr. Jordan B. Cooper on his video about intercession of the Saints.
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Dr. Gabriel Reynolds on His Book Allah God in the Quran
Michael Lofton and William Albrecht interview Dr. Gabriel Reynolds on His Book Allah God in the Quran.
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Dr. James Likoudis on the Orthodox and the Papacy
Michael Lofton, William Albrecht and Erick Ybarra interview Dr. James Likoudis on the Orthodox and the Papacy.
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The Church Fathers on the Trinity with Sam Shamoun
#islam #churchfathers #theology The Church Fathers on the Trinity with Sam Shamoun and William Albrecht.
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Original Sin Round Table Discussion
Original Sin Round Table Discussion with: Michael Lofton (Host), Erick Ybarra (Catholic), Fr. Patrick Ramsey (Eastern Orthodox), Subdeacon Daniel Kakish (Oriental Orthodox), Turretinfan (Reformed Protestant) and Elijah Yasi (Eastern Catholic).
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Dr. Sebastian Brock on Mary in the Syriac Tradition
Michael Lofton, William Albrecht, Elijah Yasi and Sub-Deacon Daniel Kakish interview Dr. Sebastian Brock on Mary in the Syriac Tradition.
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Vitalis Varaioun on the Old Believers Schism
Michael Lofton and Erick Ybarra interview Vitalis Varaioun on the Old Believers Schism. Vitalis’ blog: https://rutheniacatholica.blogspot.com/
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Robert Sungenis on Geocentrism and The Principle
Robert Sungenis on Geocentrism and his movie The Principle. For more information about The Principle, visit: https://www.theprinciplemovie.com/ For Bob’s website, visit: https://www.robertsungenis.org/
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Fr. David Sherry on the Society of Saint Pius X
#catholic #sspx #lefebvre SSPX priest Fr. David Sherry speaks with R&T about the SSPX. Discussion topics will include the following: 1. What is the SSPX 2. Who was Lefebvre 3. Was he guilty of a schismatic act when he ordained 4 bishops or was it necessary due to a state of emergency? 4. Does the Vatican […]
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Lizzie (LizziesAnswers) on Her Conversion to Catholicism
Michael Lofton and William Albrecht interview Lizzie (Lizzie’s Answers) on her conversion to Catholicism. Lizzie’s YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/user/LizziesAnswers
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Fr. John Whiteford on Original Sin in Eastern Orthodoxy
Michael Lofton and Elijah Yasi discuss Original Sin in Eastern Orthodoxy with Fr. John Whiteford (Ancient Faith Radio).
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BREAKING NEWS: Summorum Pontificum Under Threat!
Michael Lofton discusses whether Summorum Pontificum is under threat from the Vatican. Rorate-Caeli breaks the news: https://rorate-caeli.blogspot.com/202…
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Critiquing Catholic and Orthodox Reactionism
Michael Lofton, Fr. Patrick and Erick Ybarra critique Catholic and Orthodox “reactionism” by addressing the following issues. Catholic Reactionism: Communion while kneeling. The Epistle and Gospel readings in Latin. Communion under one form. Separating baptism and confirmation The form of baptism. Communion for those who reached the age of reason alone. Praying the rosary during […]
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Discussion on the Filioque in the East and West
Michael Lofton, Erick Ybara (Catholic) and Fr. John Ramsey (Orthodox) have a discussion on the Filioque in the East and West. Topics include: What is the filioque? What is the eternal manifestation of the Holy Spirit? What did St. Augustine teach about the filioque? What did St. Gregory Palamas teach about the filioque? Is the […]
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What is Christianity in 10 Minutes!
#theology #christian #apologetics Michael Lofton explains Christianity in ten minutes.
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Fr Laurent Cleenewerck on his book His Broken Body
Michael Lofton, Erick Ybarra and William Albrecht interview Fr Laurent Cleenewerck on his book His Broken Body. Father Cleenewerck’s book may be found here: https://www.amazon.com/His-Broken-Bod…
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Debate: Did Jesus Rise Spiritually or Bodily (Dan Barker vs William Albrecht)
Debate: Did Jesus Rise Spiritually or Bodily (Dan Barker vs William Albrecht)
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The New Papal Commission on the Female Diaconate with Timothy Flanders
Michael Lofton and Timothy Flanders discuss the new papal commission for a potential female diaconate in the Catholic Church.
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Discussion with a Mormon with Kwaku El
Discussion with a Mormon with Kwaku El
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Did Jesus Rise from the Dead? With Shabir Ally and William Albrecht (Moderator: Michael Lofton)
Did Jesus Rise from the Dead? With Shabir Ally and William Albrecht (Moderator: Michael Lofton)
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Atonement Theories Round Table
Michael hosts a discussion with a Roman Catholic (Erick Ybarra), Eastern Catholic (Elijah Yasi), Eastern Orthodox (Fr. Patrick Ramsey), Oriental Orthodox (Daniel Kakish) and a Reformed Protestant (Turretinfan) on theories of the atonement of Christ (Ransom Theory, Christus Victor Theory, Penal Substitution Theory, etc).
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Dr. Eduardo Echeverria on the Nouvelle Théologie
Dr. Eduardo Echeverria on the Nouvelle Théologie.
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Fr. John Ramsey on Development of Doctrine in Eastern Orthodoxy (S2 E36)
Michael Lofton and Erick Ybarra discuss Fr. John Ramsey on Development of Doctrine in Eastern Orthodoxy.
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Why Protestant Bibles Are Smaller with Steve Christie (S2 E34)
Why are Protestant Bibles smaller? Michael and William discuss the issue of the canon with Protestant author Steve Christie.
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Justification and Assurance with Taylor Barrett
Justification and Assurance with Taylor Barrett
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Response to EO Objections to the Papacy Part II
Response to EO Objections to the Papacy Part II
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Reading Scripture Apart from Church History
Michael discusses some of the difficulties surrounding the position that says one should read Scripture alone and not in light of church history.
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Fr. Christiaan Kappes on the Sinlessness of the Virgin Mary in the Eastern Tradition (S2 E30)
The Reason & Theology crew interview Fr. Christiaan Kappes on the Sinlessness of the Virgin Mary in the Eastern Tradition.
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Demonic Possession, Exorcisms and Spiritual Warfare (S2 E29)
Michael Lofton discusses Demonic Possession, Exorcisms and Spiritual Warfare.
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Father Josiah Trenham on Eastern Orthodox Christianity (S2 E28)
Michael Lofton and Erick Ybarra interview Father Josiah Trenham on Eastern Orthodox Christianity.
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The Prepurified Virgin: How Mary Defeated Original Sin featuring William Albrecht and Elijah Yasi
William Albrecht and Elijah Yasi explain how the Virgin Mary defeated original sin and respond to various errors made about the immaculate conception. Albert Kipps article: https://ecommons.udayton.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2463&context=marian_studies
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Book Release and Discussion on Limbo
Michael discusses his book on the fate of unbaptized infants, released 03/02/2020 and available here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B085HMV42F/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=michael+lofton&qid=1583384513&sr=8-2
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Is Charismaticism Historically Christian?
Is the charismatic movement historically Christian? Michael Lofton considers the question and addresses it in light of the writings of the early church fathers.
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Dr. Taylor O’Neill on Predestination, and the Permission of Sin: A Thomistic Analysis
Michael Lofton and Erick Ybarra interview Dr. Taylor O’Neill on Predestination, and the Permission of Sin: A Thomistic Analysis. Dr. O’Neill’s book on this subject is available here: https://www.amazon.com/Grace-Predestination-Permission-Sin-Thomistic/dp/0813232546
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Dr. Edward Siecienski on his book Orthodox Christianity: A Very Short Introduction
Michael Lofton and Erick Ybarra interview Dr. Edward Siecienski on his book Orthodox Christianity: A Very Short Introduction. The book is available here: https://www.amazon.com/Orthodox-Christianity-Short-Introduction-Introductions/dp/0190883278/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Orthodox+Christianity%3A+A+Very+Short+Introduction&qid=1582646314&sr=8-1
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Sam Shamoun on the Roots of Islam with Michael Lofton and William Albrecht
Sam Shamoun speaks about the Roots of Islam with Michael Lofton and William Albrecht.
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The Fate of Infants Who Die without Baptism
Gary Michuta from Hands on Apologetics interviews Michael Lofton about the Catholic doctrine on the fate of infants who die without baptism.
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Review of the Dizon vs. Gibbs Justification Debate (Round Table)
Michael Lofton, Erick Ybarra, Luis Dizon and Josh Gibbs discuss the Biblical doctrine of justification and review the “Debate on Justification ” with Luis Dizon [Catholic] and Joshua Gibbs [Non-Catholic] found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fIg9zN3v50
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The Medieval Church on Papal Infallibility with Michael Lofton
Michael discusses the medieval church and their views on papal infallibility and how they relate to the First Vatican Council.
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Responding to Eastern Orthodox Objections to the Papacy
Erick Ybarra responds to Eastern Orthodox Objections to the Papacy.
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The Chalcedonian Controversy with Subdeacon Daniel Kakish
Michael discusses the Chalcedonian Controversy with Subdeacon Daniel Kakish, an Oriental Orthodox Christian.
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Elijah Yasi on Ecumenical Councils
Michael, William and Erick discuss Ecumenical Councils with Elijah Yasi. Topics include: 1. Can a Pope act without the consent of the bishops? 2. What is an Ecumenical Council? 3. What is the role of reception with Ecumenical Councils? 4. Can a Pope force his view on a council? 5. Did Constance teach Conciliarism? And […]
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Responding to Dr. James White on Roman Catholicism (Round Table)
Michael Lofton, Erick Ybarra and William Albrecht respond to Dr. James White on his criticisms of Roman Catholicism.
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Difficulties with Roman Catholicism (Round Table Discussion)
R&T discusses various difficulties with Roman Catholicism in a round table format.
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Pope Leo, Philip the Legate at Ephesus 431 and Ehrman on 1 & 2 Thessalonians (with Michael Lofton)
Michael discusses Pope Leo and Anatolius, Philip the Legate at the Ephesus 431 and Bart Ehrman on 1 & 2 Thessalonians.
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Debate: Did Multiple Popes Deny the Immaculate Conception (Turretinfan vs. Albrecht)
Michael moderates a debate with Turretinfan (Reformed Protestant) and William Albrecht (Catholic) on whether multiple popes denied the Immaculate Conception.
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Papal Primacy: The Case of Pope Leo, Aetius and Anatolius
The following is my summary of events that took place during the reign of Pope Leo the Great, which Martin Jugie examines in greater detail in his study “The Roman Primacy in the East at the Time of St. Leo the Great.” During the reign of Pope Leo the Great, the pro-Chalcedonian Archdeacon Aetius was […]
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Review of Bishop Hilarion on The Reception of the Ecumenical Councils (with Michael Lofton)
Michael does a review of Bishop Hilarion on The Reception of the Ecumenical Councils in the Early Church.
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Fr. John Whiteford on the New Calendar Controversy in Orthodoxy (Interview with Michael Lofton)
Michael interviews Fr. John Whiteford on the New Calendar Controversy in Eastern Orthodoxy.
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Jonathan Sheffield on the Transmission of the New Testament (Interview with Michael Lofton)
Michael interviews Jonathan Sheffield on the transmission of the New Testament. They discuss the Text of Antioch, Lucan Recension Theory, CBGM, Text-types, the Comma Johanneum and more. Sheffield’s cartoon may be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbJ33bxBnWA&t=599s
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Michael Lofton’s Response to Dr. James White on the Canon of Scripture
Michael responds to Dr. James White’s (Alpha & Omega Ministries) interaction with his blog article on the canon of Scripture and presents questions for Dr. White’s consideration. Michael’s original blog post critiquing Dr. White on the canon: https://michaelloftonsite.wordpress.com/2020/01/06/214/ Dr. White’s video response to Michael (start around the 54:20 mark): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TvvVARoVDg
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Fr. Florovsky on the Authority of Councils (Theological Reflections with Michael Lofton)
Michael discusses Fr. Florovsky on the authority of councils and offers some thoughts on his position.
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3rd Century Rebaptism Controversy (Round Table)
The R&T crew discuss the rebaptism controversy of the third century.
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The Authoriship of the Epistles to the Thessalonians
Michael and Craig discuss the authorship of the Epistles to the Thessalonians
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Gavin Ashenden’s Conversion to Catholicism (Interview with Michael Lofton and William Albrecht)
Former Anglican Bishop and private chaplain to the Queen of England, Gavin Ashenden converted to Catholicism on December 22, 2019. Michael Lofton and William Albrecht interview Ashenden on his conversion experience.
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Is Doctrine Reversible with Dr. Eduardo J. Echeverria
Michael Lofton and Erick Ybarra interview Dr. Eduardo J. Echeverria on Catholic doctrine and whether it is reversible.
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Book Release: Introduction to the Holy Bible for Traditional Catholics by Timothy Flanders
Michael Lofton and Erick Ybarra interview guest Timothy Flanders on his new book Introduction to the Holy Bible for Traditional Catholics. Tim’s website: https://meaningofcatholic.com/ Tim’s book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578624265?…
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Orthodox and Catholic Reunion? A Discussion with Michael Lofton and Craig Truglia
Michael Lofton and Craig Truglia discuss rumors about the prospect of Orthodox and Catholic reunion and an ecumenical council in 2025.
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Immaculate Conception Debate (Albrecht vs. Turretinfan)
William Albrecht (Catholic) debates Turretinfan (Protestant) on the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary.
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Mike Aquilina on The Church and the Roman Empire
Mike Aquilina on The Church and the Roman Empire with Michael Lofton and Craig Truglia. For Mike’s book, visit https://www.amazon.com/Church-Roman-Empire-301-490-Constantine/dp/1594717893/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=mike+aquilina+church+and+the+roman&qid=1576028916&sr=8-1
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Dr. Jared Goff on the Virgin Mary and Palamism
Dr. Jared Goff on the Virgin Mary and Palamism
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John Litteral on the Glossa Ordinaria
Michael Lofton interviews John Litteral on the Glossa Ordinaria.
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Fatima Round Table
Michael Lofton, Craig Truglia, William Albrecht, Thomas Druschke, Elijah Yasi and Deacon Joseph Suaiden discuss the apparition of Our Lady of Fatima from a Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox and Atheist perspective.
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Ryan Grant on Papal Canonizations and Robert Bellarmine
Michael Lofton and Erick Ybarra interview Ryan Grant on Papal Canonizations and Robert Bellarmine.
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Response to Trent Horn’s “Can Doctrine Ever Change?”
Michael Lofton lays out various criticisms of Trent Horn’s “Can Doctrine Ever Change” paper. For a detailed response, see Michael’s paper here: https://michaelloftonsite.wordpress.com/2019/11/15/incautious-affirmations-of-doctrinal-changes-a-response-to-trent-horns-can-doctrine-ever-change/
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The Immaculate Conception (Round Table Discussion)
Michael Lofton, Craig Truglia, William Albrecht, Cal and Erick Ybarra all discuss the doctrine of the Immaculate conception from a Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox and Protestant perspective.
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Mark Hausam (Where Peter Is) on the Post-Conciliar Church
Michael Lofton and Erick Ybarra interview Mark Hausam (Where Peter Is) on the Post-Conciliar Church. They discuss whether the ordinary magisterium has ever contradicted itself, the death penalty and Pope Francis.
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Marian Apparitions (Round Table Discussion)
Michael Lofton, Craig Truglia, Erick Ybarra and Sub Deacon Daniel Kakish discuss Marian apparitions from a Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox and Oriental Orthodox perspective.
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Christine Niles on the State of the Church
Michael Lofton interviews Christine Niles, from Church Militant, on the state of the Catholic Church.
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John Salza on Sedevacantism
Michael Lofton interviews John Salza on Sedevacantism. They discuss formal vs. material heresy, manifest vs. occult heresy, who can depose a pope, how it is evident if a cleric has lost office, if Pope Francis is a heretic, the problems with Sedevacantism, the third secred of Fatima and much more.
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Alexander Tschugguel on the Pachamama Controversy
Michael, Erick and William interview Alexander Tschugguel, who is one of the men who threw the Pachamamas into the Tiber River. For more information on Alexander, visit http://boniface-institute.com/
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The Stabilizing Force of the Catholic Mass: ICKSP
Michael and Erick interview Canon Jayr and Canon Weaver from the ICKSP. They discuss the importance of the Latin mass, the need for transcendence in the liturgy and the stabilizing force of the traditional mass, etc.
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Paper Catholicism
Michael goes over what he calls “Paper Catholicism” which is the concept that there is a major divide between Catholicism in theory and Catholicism in reality. Differences in liturgy, doctrine and canon law are discussed specifically.
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Michael Hichborn on Pachamama
Michael discusses the Pachamama controversy, along with other aspects of the Amazon Synod, with Michael Hichborn, from the Lepanto Institute.
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Pre-Schism Heretical Popes
Michael and Craig discuss pre-schism heretical popes including Liberius, Zosimus, Hormisdas, Vigilius and Honorius.
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Dr. Mark Spencer on Reforming Thomism and Integrating Palamism
Michael interviews Dr. Mark Spencer on Reforming Thomism and Integrating Palamism. The Flexibility of Divine Simplicity: Aquinas, Scotus, Palamas Mark K. Spencer.
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Destroying Pachamama: Was it Wrong?
The Pachamama idols were recently thrown into the Tiber River and some have criticized this response, which leads to the question: was it wrong? See the original video of a man throwing the Pachamama idols away: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ym48el2-tUs
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The Immaculate Conception Debate (William Albrecht Vs. Deacon Joseph
William Albrecth (Roman Catholic) and Deacon Joseph Suaiden (Eastern Orthodox) debate whether the Immaculate Conception is ancient and Biblical.
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On Heretical Popes
Michael and Timothy Flanders discuss the possibility of an heretical pope and what can be done in response to one. Timothy’s website: https://meaningofcatholic.com/ “Indeed the Church has the right to separate herself from an heretical pope according to divine law. Consequently it has the right, by the same divine law, to use all means of […]
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Fr. Patrick on Catholicism and Primacy
Michael and Erick discuss Catholicism and primacy with Fr. Patrick Ramsey. He is the author of The Church: Deifying Relations available here: https://www.amazon.com/Church-Deifying-Relations-John-Ramsey/dp/172182300X/ref=pd_rhf_se_p_img_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=NPZDPN3291FQFBG14CE4
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Can a Heretical Pope Can Be Deposed?
Michael discusses the Pope Francis/Scalfari incident where he purportedly denies the deity of Christ and then discusses can a heretical pope be deposed in conjunction with examining Robert Bellarmine’s treatise on this topic.
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The Pre-Amazonian Synod Ritual
Michael and Erick discuss the disaster of the pre-Amazonian synod ritual that was recently celebrated in the Vatican Gardens in the presence of Pope Francis.
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Dr. Michael Barber on Salvation: What Every Catholic Should Know
Michael interviews Dr. Michael Barber about his new book entitled Salvation: What Every Catholic Should Know. For a copy of the book, visit here.
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The Amazon Synod (Round Table Discussion)
Michael, Erick and Timothy discuss the upcoming Amazon Synod to be held in Rome and discuss how it might impact the liturgy and the sacrament of ordination.
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Augustinianism and the Filioque
Michael, Craig, Erick and Timothy discuss the filioque with emphasis on the works of Augustine.
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Understanding and Dealing with Scrupulosity (Spiritual Stigmata)
Do you constantly worry that you have committed a moral sin? Do you often refrain from receiving Holy Communion, even though you just went to confession, because you fear you had an immoral thought between confession and the chalice? Michael Lofton addresses these and other questions by explaining how to understand and deal with scrupulosity, […]
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Debate: Does 2 Maccabees 12 Teach Prayers for the Dead? (Albrecht vs. Truglia)
William Albrecht (Roman Catholicism) and Craig Truglia (Eastern Orthodox) debate: Does 2 Maccabees 12 Teach Prayers for the Dead? 2 Maccabees 12:39-46 Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition (DRA) 39 And the day following Judas came with his company, to take away the bodies of them that were slain, and to bury them with their kinsmen, […]
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Fr. Peter Totleben on Palamism from a Thomistic Perspective
Can Palamism and Thomism be reconciled? Do the apparent differences rise to a dogmatic level? Michael and Erick discuss Palamism and Thomism with Fr. Peter Totleben who answers these and other questions. Fr. Peter Totleben is a Dominican Friar of the Province of St. Joseph and faculty member for Theology at the Josephinum Pontifical College […]
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Dr. Robert Fastiggi on Mortalium Animos
Michael, Erick and William discuss Mortalium Animos and the postconciliar approach towards non-Catholics with Dr. Robert Fastiggi. Peter Dimond from Most Holy Family Monastery calls in and asks Dr. Fastiggi questions from a Sedevacantism perspective.
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Dr. Michael Brown on Judaism, the Canon, Calvinism, Creationism and more
Michael, Craig and Erick ask Dr. Michael Brown about Judaism, the Canon, Calvinism, Creationism and more.
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The New Amazon Liturgy and Benny Hinn’s Change in Theology
The Instrumentum Laboris from the Amazon Synod has reared its ugly head in a new pagan liturgy and Benny Hinn has allegedly changed his theology concerning the prosperity Gospel. Michael reviews videos from both events and offers his commentary/analysis.
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Seraphim Hamilton on the Papacy, Filioque, the Rosary, the 5 Ways and Creationism
Michael, Erick and Timothy have a discussion with Seraphim Hamilton on the Papacy, Filioque, the Rosary, the 5 Ways and Creationism. Timothy Flanders’ website: https://meaningofcatholic.com/ Erick Ybarra’s website: https://erickybarra.org/
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The Aftermath of Vatican II
Michael, Erick and Tim discuss the aftermath of Vatican II and touch on matters related to the paralyzed magisterium, the tyranny of ambiguity and the maximizing of practice over doctrine, among many other aspects of the post conciliar crisis. Timothy Flanders’ website: https://meaningofcatholic.com/ Erick Ybarra’s website: https://erickybarra.org/
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Dr. David Bradshaw on Palamism
Michael and Erick discuss essence/energies, theophanies and philosophy with Dr. David Bradshaw.
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Christopher Tomaszewski on the Modal Collapse Argument and the Corruptionism Debate.
Christopher Tomaszewski on the Modal Collapse Argument and the Corruptionism Debate
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Timothy Gordon on Feminism, the Crisis, Parenting and Development of Doctrine
Michael, Erick and Flanders discuss Feminism, the Crisis, Parenting and Development of Doctrine with Timothy Gordon.
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Professor Steve Weidenkopf on the Crusades
Michael and Erick interview Professor Steve Weidenkopf on the Crusades.
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The Legitimacy of Indulgences
Michael, Erick and Craig discuss the legitimacy of indulgences and touch on their doctrinal and historical veracity from a Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox perspective.
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Zachary Robert on Thomistic Questions
Michael, Erick and Dru discuss various Thomistic questions with Zachary Robert. Questions include: 1. How do Catholics avoid a modal collapse.? 2. Is God constrained to create if there is no real distinction between his essence and his will. 3. How do Aristotelians account for modern physics in light of Aristotle’s notion of act/potency? Zachary’s […]
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Dr. Robert Price on Christian Superstitions (Round Table Discussion)
Michael, William, Craig and Thomas discuss Christian superstitions with Dr. Robert Price.
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Dyer vs. Ybarra: Post Debate Review
Michael, Erick and Craig discuss the Dyer vs. Ybarra debate on the papacy.
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Erick Ybarra vs. Jay Dyer: The Papacy Debate
Michael starts out by discussing Canon 6 of Nicaea I and Roman Primacy with Erick. After an hour Jay Dyer joins the video for an impromptu debate with Erick on the papacy. The show then examines many issues including epistemology, the papal charisms, development of doctrine, etc.
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Debate: The Problem of Suffering (William Albrecht vs. John Loftus)
William Albrecht (Catholic) debates the problem of suffering with John Loftus (Atheist).
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Interview with Jay Dyer on Palamism
Michael ask Jay about essence and energies, created and uncreated grace, authority in Orthodoxy, Gregory Palamas, Maximus the Confessor, among many other related topics!
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Dr. Jared Goff on Scotism, Palamism and Thomism
Dr. Goff and Michael discuss the differences between Scotism, Palamism and Thomism.
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Solutions to the Church Crisis (Round Table Discussion)
Are there any solutions to the crisis in the church? Michael Lofton, Erick Ybarra, Craig Truglia, Timothy Flanders and Dustin Quick discuss various methods that may help improve the condition in which the church finds herself. For more information visit: Timothy Flanders: https://meaningofcatholic.com Erick Ybarra: http://erickybarra.org Craig Truglia: https://orthodoxchristiantheology.com Dustin Quick: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nU01LxYSzVQ
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Debate: Who Started the East/West Schism?
Craig and Erick debate who started the East vs. West schism.
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10 Questions for the Palamite
10 questions for the Palamite on essence/energies, simplicity, Thomism, dogma and other related topics. Below is a transcription of the ten questions for the Palamite: Both Roman Catholics and Eastern Orthodox agree God is simple. Neither claim he is a composite being. The Roman Catholic Church has dogmatized the […]
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The Material Sufficiency of Scripture (Round Table Discussion)
Is Scripture all we need? Can all dogmas be found in the Bible? Are there some Traditions that are binding but not Biblical? Michael, Craig, William and Turretinfan discuss Scripture and whether it is materially sufficient.
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Debating Jesus and Muhammad (Albrecht vs. Hussain)
Dr. Musharraf Hussain (Muslim) and William Albrecht (Catholic) debate the morality of Christianity vs. Islam on the Reason and Theology show with host Michael Lofton. Dr. Musharraf Hussain is an accomplished Islamic scholar, debater, educator, author, and scientist. He is also the translator of the highly acclaimed new fresh English translation of the Quran, the […]
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Debate: Are There Sufficient Reasons for God’s Existence
Thomas Druschke (Atheist) and Anthony Brooks (Reformed Presbyterian) debate are there sufficient reasons for God’s existence on the Reason and Theology show with host Michael Lofton.
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Dr. Donald Fortson on the Sin of Sodomy and a Discussion on Church History
Michael and Craig discuss Dr. Fortson’s book Unchanging Witness, which deals with Scripture and Tradition on the sin of sodomy. They then discuss church history issues like the Eucharist, baptism, the canon, the role the Church Fathers have in forming doctrine, etc.
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Mike Aquilina on the Early Church Fathers
Michael and Craig discuss the early church fathers with award-winning author Mike Aquilina.
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Dr. Peter Kreeft Interview on Aquinas, Evil, Freedom and Morality
Michael, Craig and Erick discuss Thomas Aquinas, the existence of evil, divine freedom and morality with Dr. Peter Kreeft.
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Fr. Sebastian Carnazzo on Reading Scripture
Michael and Craig discuss Scripture reading and Bible study related questions with Fr. Sebastian Carnazzo.
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Timothy Flanders on Difficulties in Eastern Orthodoxy and Roman Catholicism
Timothy Flanders joins us in discussing his conversion from Eastern Orthodoxy to Roman Catholicism and addresses difficulties in both Eastern Orthodoxy and Roman Catholicism. Visit Timothy’s website at: https://meaningofcatholic.com/
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Sola Scriptura: A Round Table Discussion
Michael, Erick, William Albrecht and Turretinfan discuss the Reformed position of Sola Scriptura.
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