Christianity and Catholicism

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I need some (name removed by moderator)ut on this. Everytime I think about being just a Christian, I get a good feeling inside and am just happy. But, since I was born and raised Catholic, my mind always gears toward that path but then I’m not happy when I think about the Catholic Church. Why is that? Any thoughts?
On a side note, I don’t think I could be anything but Catholic because it’s what I know. I’ve been trying to be a better Catholic than what I have been but can’t seem to get over some ever-looming hurdles (a.k.a. sins). It seems hopeless at times and I get down on myself because of it.
Why does it seem so easy to be a Christian but such a hard task to even pursue being Catholic? Shouldn’t the two be hand in hand for me, especially since I was born and raised Catholic?
 
mrs_abbott said:
I need some (name removed by moderator)ut on this. Everytime I think about being just a Christian, I get a good feeling inside and am just happy. But, since I was born and raised Catholic, my mind always gears toward that path but then I’m not happy when I think about the Catholic Church. Why is that? Any thoughts?
On a side note, I don’t think I could be anything but Catholic because it’s what I know. I’ve been trying to be a better Catholic than what I have been but can’t seem to get over some ever-looming hurdles (a.k.a. sins). It seems hopeless at times and I get down on myself because of it.
Why does it seem so easy to be a Christian but such a hard task to even pursue being Catholic? Shouldn’t the two be hand in hand for me, especially since I was born and raised Catholic?
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Perhaps Catholiscim isnt for you. Why not check out other churchs or even religions. I recommend Buddhism 😉
 
Catholics are Christians. It is the only Christian denomination that has the fulness of truth within it though. If you are baptised in the Church, than you are Catholic. After this, there is no “pursuing” being Catholic. I think you mean to say it is hard to pursue being like Christ. In that case you are right, and it always will be for two reasons.

[1] We have original sin.
[2] Christ’s life was marked by suffering we can never hope to comprehend.

I would not be concerned that being like Christ is hard. Just don’t let the devil keep you down when you fall and always get back up and continue your journey to Jesus the Christ.
 
I need some (name removed by moderator)ut on this. Everytime I think about being just a Christian, I get a good feeling inside and am just happy. But, since I was born and raised Catholic, my mind always gears toward that path but then I’m not happy when I think about the Catholic Church. Why is that? Any thoughts?
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It’s common to imagine that the grass is greener on the other side. I can tell you from experience on both sides of this fence that your in a less confusing place that is full of truth right now. I also think the devil would like you to leave Gods Church.
On a side note, I don’t think I could be anything but Catholic because it’s what I know. I’ve been trying to be a better Catholic than what I have been but can’t seem to get over some ever-looming hurdles (a.k.a. sins). It seems hopeless at times and I get down on myself because of it.
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Me too,

Welcome to the broken world of humanity and original sin.
Why does it seem so easy to be a Christian but such a hard task to even pursue being Catholic? Shouldn’t the two be hand in hand for me, especially since I was born and raised Catholic?
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Because it is a temptation. It’s very hard to be a protestant. Deep down you never realy know for certain what your Christian home is when you have many thousands of choices. As far as difficulty goes, the fact that it is difficult shows you that your in the right place. What war is easy?

-D
 
Loginus said:
Perhaps Catholiscim isnt for you. Why not check out other churchs or even religions. I recommend Buddhism 😉
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lol,

Why not go out in garden and worship a head of lettuce? If there is no God then all religion is a waste of time and I can go have a drink to escape reality. Why the Buddhism recomendation verses say hinduism or new age?

-D
 
mrs_abbott said:
I need some (name removed by moderator)ut on this. Everytime I think about being just a Christian, I get a good feeling inside and am just happy. But, since I was born and raised Catholic, my mind always gears toward that path but then I’m not happy when I think about the Catholic Church. Why is that? Any thoughts?
On a side note, I don’t think I could be anything but Catholic because it’s what I know. I’ve been trying to be a better Catholic than what I have been but can’t seem to get over some ever-looming hurdles (a.k.a. sins). It seems hopeless at times and I get down on myself because of it.
Why does it seem so easy to be a Christian but such a hard task to even pursue being Catholic? Shouldn’t the two be hand in hand for me, especially since I was born and raised Catholic?
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Because it is easy being another denomination. I love my Catholic faith because it isn’t easy. Some people don’t want to put the effort into it. I am not a perfect Catholic as you know, but I could never change. That would be denying the one true faith started by Jesus himself. Jesus said it wouldn’t be easy entering the Kingdom of Heaven. Why is sin such a hurdle? Or is it the guilt you may feel from other people? Why not do Pennance and refresh your soul?? To leave the faith would be a grave mistake. Perhaps you need to join another parish. I know some Catholic charismatic parishes and that may be for you. But don’t leave, The Blessed Mother wants you to pray to her for guidance.
The Catholic churches doctrines are not easy to follow, but bound by your Catholic faith, you must adhere to them. If everyone disagreed with the church, there would be no authority.
Just remember our history.
 
mrs_abbott said:
I need some (name removed by moderator)ut on this. Everytime I think about being just a Christian, **I get a good feeling inside **and am just happy. But, since I was born and raised Catholic, my mind always gears toward that path but then I’m not happy when I think about the Catholic Church. **Why is that? ** Any thoughts?
On a side note, I don’t think I could be anything but Catholic because it’s what I know. I’ve been trying to be a better Catholic than what I have been but **can’t seem to get over **some ever-looming hurdles (a.k.a. sins). It seems hopeless at times and **I get down on myself **because of it.
**Why does it seem so easy to be a Christian but such a hard task to even pursue being Catholic? Shouldn’t the two be hand in hand for me, especially since I was born and raised Catholic? **
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You tell us.

Seriously, without specifics, you are the only one who can search your subjective emotions. If you have questions or doubts about certain teachings or practices of the Church that bug you, we can help you. But your *feelings *are your own.
 
So what you are saying is that you want to do whatever makes **you **feel better.

I don’t mean to be rude, but Faith is not about how it makes us feel.

From the Baltimore Catechecism:
God created us to Know, Love and to Serve him in this world, so that we might spend eternity with him in the next.

Changing a denomination doesn’t change the fact that God hates sin.

Faith is not about **ME, ME, ME **!!

Yes Jesus did say his yoke is light, but he also said that we have a cross to bear.

Have you read or listened to any uplifting spiritual material lately?

I would recommend that you listen to two of Father Larry Richards CD’s
“The Mass Explained” and “The Truth”
You can download The Truth for free in you register on his web site.
Go to his home page to register.
 
Just Watch TBN(:confused: ) for a couple of hours Then turn on EWTN(:gopray2: ) and ask yourself which path you want to follow
 
mrs_abbott said:
I need some (name removed by moderator)ut on this. Everytime I think about being just a Christian, I get a good feeling inside and am just happy. But, since I was born and raised Catholic, my mind always gears toward that path but then I’m not happy when I think about the Catholic Church. Why is that? Any thoughts?
On a side note, I don’t think I could be anything but Catholic because it’s what I know. I’ve been trying to be a better Catholic than what I have been but can’t seem to get over some ever-looming hurdles (a.k.a. sins). It seems hopeless at times and I get down on myself because of it.
Why does it seem so easy to be a Christian but such a hard task to even pursue being Catholic? Shouldn’t the two be hand in hand for me, especially since I was born and raised Catholic?
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MY GOODNESS!!! that is EXACTLY how I feel! I think I could give myself to Jesus completely and not answer to any institution or human office. And church would just be a gathering of the faithful.

But then back to Mass I go. I smile and say Hi to people who look like they could care less to even know who I am.

I don’t know why I can’t leave.
 
santaro75 said:
MY GOODNESS!!! that is EXACTLY how I feel! I think I could give myself to Jesus completely and not answer to any institution or human office. And church would just be a gathering of the faithful.

But then back to Mass I go. I smile and say Hi to people who look like they could care less to even know who I am.

I don’t know why I can’t leave.
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How can this be? You would have a conscience wouldn’t you? Why join another church? After all you know? There are 1.5 billion Catholics for a reason. I think you people are just looking for a way out of authority and strict doctrines.
 
bella5110 said:
Because it is easy being another denomination. I love my Catholic faith because it isn’t easy…

The Catholic churches doctrines are not easy to follow, but bound by your Catholic faith, you must adhere to them. .
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MT11:28 comes to mind
“Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, 16 and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for your selves. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden light.”
 
runandsew said:
So what you are saying is that you want to do whatever makes **you **feel better.

I don’t mean to be rude, but Faith is not about how it makes us feel.

From the Baltimore Catechecism:
God created us to Know, Love and to Serve him in this world, so that we might spend eternity with him in the next.

Changing a denomination doesn’t change the fact that God hates sin.

Faith is not about **ME, ME, ME **!!

Yes Jesus did say his yoke is light, but he also said that we have a cross to bear.

Have you read or listened to any uplifting spiritual material lately?

I would recommend that you listen to two of Father Larry Richards CD’s
“The Mass Explained” and “The Truth”
You can download The Truth for free in you register on his web site.
Go to his home page to register.
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responses like this make me want to run out the door instead of walking
 
santaro75 said:
MY GOODNESS!!! that is EXACTLY how I feel! I think I could give myself to Jesus completely and not answer to any institution or human office. And church would just be a gathering of the faithful.

But then back to Mass I go. I smile and say Hi to people who look like they could care less to even know who I am.

I don’t know why I can’t leave.
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kofc.org/un/about/join/index.cfm
Knights of Columbus
 
bella5110 said:
How can this be? You would have a conscience wouldn’t you? Why join another church? After all you know? There are 1.5 billion Catholics for a reason. I think you people are just looking for a way out of authority and strict doctrines.
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yeah sometimes you just want to let go of doctrine and hold on to jesus with all your might
 
Or you can watch it online - I’m able to with my snazzy new internet connection - I’d have it on pretty much 24/7 if I could 😉
 
santaro75 said:
MT11:28 comes to mind
“Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, 16 and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for your selves. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden light.”
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No one, no one, can deny that Jesus expected us to do more than just simply consent that He lived and was the Son of God. He expected us to have a living, working Faith, hence the “learn from Me.” To say otherwise would be to say the Bible itself (in which Jesus teaches mandatory ethical standards aplenty) is invalid, and without the Bible Protestantism is most empty, which defeats the whole purpose. There is no such image in Christianity, including in all the written Scripture, of a Jesus who doesn’t care what we do as long as we passively “believe.” That isn’t what is meant by a “light burden” at all, and even many Protestants would agree.

That said, ask yourself which burden is more light: One in which you never know exactly what to believe, in which people say “Just come to your own interpretation,” and you must live in fear that maybe your interpretation’s not good enough and that you’re thus not pleasing God; OR the burden in which, though there are set, sometimes demanding standards, you know what they are, and if you should fail, you at least know you’ve failed and should seek reconciliation.
yeah sometimes you just want to let go of doctrine and hold on to jesus with all your might
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To hold on to Jesus is to hold on to what He taught as well. The Church believes Herself to hold those teachings. If that is true, and I believe it is, then to deliberately let go of Catholic doctrine is to weaken your loving hold to Jesus instead of strengthen it.

Again, which burden is more light? That which says “Find the Truth about Me yourself; maybe you’ll succeed, maybe not!” or that which says “Here, dear child, is the way…it may be hard, but you don’t have to go it alone. I am with you, and I have revealed all the Truth to you that you need.”?
 
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